Memorial Stones and Plants
Memorial Stones
The placing of memorial stones at the grave of loved ones is important to many Foxfield families. Foxfield Preserve accepts various natural stone types so long as they preserve the scenic and natural quality of the site. In size, they should not exceed 216 square inches (12×18″). They lay flat and can extend up to 3 inches above the soil’s surface. They should be unpolished, and sawed stone should be prepared to appear more natural, having irregular edges rather than a square-cut appearance. One memorial stone is permitted for each burial plot and may be engraved but must remain simple in appearance (photographs, electronics, sound, etc., are not permitted). Prior approval of all memorial stones is required, and Foxfield Preserve may reject or remove memorials that do not meet the specifications.
Memorial Trees and Plants
Many families also like to plant a living memorial to commemorate their loved one and to help restore the site after burial. Foxfield Preserve maintains a list of approved native tree and shrub species for planting, and The Wilderness Center Native Plant Sale is an excellent source for native species to plant on the Preserve.
Prior approval is required before any plantings in the preserve, and strongly recommend planting only in the Spring or Fall. The maximum pot size that Foxfield Preserve accepts is fifteen-gallons.
