An angel with some purple flowers.

The loss of a loved one is something everyone will experience in their lifetime. While the only way to deal with a loss is by giving yourself time, creating a memorial garden is a special way for you to feel connected to those you have lost, whilst also giving you a safe space to mourn and recover. This blog will give you an overview on how to start this project, as well as what you need to consider for the long run. This will be a lasting legacy to your loved one and will help you to heal at the same time. 

Plan Out Your Space

 

Before you start planning what you want to put in your memorial garden, you need to think about where you want it to be. A quiet, secluded, and private area is best – choosing somewhere that is covered or out of the way in your own garden is probably the safest option. An area with lots of sunlight is also a good idea, as then any plants that you plant in memory will be able to thrive.

 

Think About the Plants

 

Are there any flowers or plants that your loved one really liked? If there are, make sure to plant these. If not, a good option is wildflowers – not only are they gorgeous, but they also attract wildlife like bees and butterflies, which are symbolic of hope, growth, and transcendence. Since the act of planting the seeds and letting them grow takes time, it is symbolic of the healing process and how, although grief is a journey, the outcome will be beautiful and strong. 

 

Seating

 

It is likely that if you are creating a memorial garden, you will be using it to help you heal from the loss of a loved one as well as to remember the joy they brought to your life. It makes sense to involve seating so that you can sit with your thoughts and enjoy the beautiful setting around you. Stone benches are good if the area that has been chosen is surrounded by trees, or a wooden bench with an inscription would also be a lovely touch.

 

Decorations

 

Adding things like small memorial statues, windchimes and ornaments can be another good way to bring joy to the space. Symbolic things like angels or birds are a good way of helping us to remember what our loved ones brought to our lives, and what you want out of this healing process. Our range of memorial stones and statues is likely to have something that will add that finishing touch you’ve been looking for.