Living heather for the cemetery – fashionable ready-made concepts for a long-lasting natural composition

Living heather for the cemetery – fashionable ready-made concepts for a long-lasting natural composition

Heathers for cemeteries are a traditional decoration that has been returning to Polish cemeteries in the last decade. How to compose a natural decoration in shades of white, pink or purple? We give you a hint.

Heather on a grave – is it the right choice?

Definitely yes, it will be resistant to changing weather conditions on the grave and will not discolor the monument slab. Subdued colors will fit nicely into the calm atmosphere of the cemetery. What else is worth knowing?

  • it does not need regular watering, occasional rain is enough, the colorful composition is also resistant to bright sun and frost.
  • Flowering takes place from the end of the summer to the beginning of November. to the cemetery is therefore an obvious choice when looking for plants for All Saints’ Day.
  • Heather belongs to the group of perennial plants, it can be planted around the grave or, in the case of an earth layer, plant heather on the grave and permanently create a nice composition.
  • Finally, heather is also very flexible and can fit into any large or small composition. It is also relatively cheap and widely available. A pot with heather costs approximately PLN 5 each.

Heather for a cemetery in a pot – how to plant? We give you a hint

you can plant it in a pot or create a larger composition and transplant the plant to its final location after the holidays. How to plant in a pot in a cemetery? This is not a difficult task at all.

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You should choose a container with at least three holes that will allow excess water to drain away. You should also remember about a fairly large base that will protect the monument’s slab from flooding. Pour expanded clay or gravel at the bottom of the pot and fill the container with acidic soil.

Heathers for the grave – ready-made compositions

When looking for inspiration for natural decorations, it is definitely worth reaching for heather. Recycled materials and colorful plants are a ready recipe for a zero-waste bouquet. Are you looking for ideas for ecological compositions? Check what you can conjure up with heather.

  • Heathers on the grave in a wicker basket with autumn fruits and moss.
  • Wreath of heather and green twigs.
  • Minimalist option in a wooden box.
  • Heather with birch.
  • Heather with the addition of green flowers.

Regardless of the composition you choose, it is worth ensuring that the materials used are nature-friendly. We said goodbye to the era of plastic in cemeteries a few years ago.

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Source: Gazeta

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