In recent years, planting memorial trees has become an amazingly meaningful way to honor loved ones while contributing to a greener future. This practice offers a unique blend of personal memorial and environmental impact, and it’s a wonderful way to celebrate the lives of those we love while doing something good for the planet!. In this article we will explore more why planting memorial trees matters.
A Living Connection
“Memorial trees offer a sense of life, growth, and renewal, providing comfort that your loved one’s memory is tied to something living and thriving.”
Unlike traditional burial sites, which can sometimes feel stark and impersonal, memorial trees create a living connection. Judy, a Mornington Green customer, shared:
“Visiting the cemetery where my parents were buried always felt cold and depressing. Discovering the living memorial option at Mornington Green offered a brighter, more hopeful alternative”- Judy
This living connection can be incredibly therapeutic, allowing people to process their grief in a natural, peaceful setting.
Environmental Impact
“A single mature tree can absorb up to 21 kilograms of carbon dioxide annually, potentially sequestering up to a ton of CO2 over 100 years.”
Source: Viessman
By choosing a memorial tree, you’re not just creating a tribute – you’re actively contributing to the fight against climate change. Moreover:
“Memorial trees play a crucial role in supporting local ecosystems, providing homes for wildlife, improving air quality, and contributing to biodiversity.”
Also, unlike traditional burial or ash scattering, memorial trees especially Legacy Trees at Mornington Green Legacy Garden use a patented Living Legacy Ash Treatment to detoxify cremated ashes, making them beneficial rather than harmful to the tree’s growth.
This process is crucial because untreated cremation ashes have a high pH (around 11.8) and toxic levels of sodium, which can be 200 to 2000 times greater than what’s beneficial for plants. In fact, 90% of tree saplings perish within 14 days when infused with untreated ashes. Learn more about cremated ash here!
A Sustainable Alternative
“Traditional funerals can cost upwards of $19,000 per person in Australia, while many memorial tree services offer packages starting at a fraction of that cost, here at Mornington Green, we start at only $7000”
When compared to traditional funeral methods, turning cremated remains into memorial trees offer a more sustainable and often more affordable option. Learn more here
The long-term sustainability is another key factor:
“The Mornington Green Legacy Garden is a self-sustaining ecosystem that can continue to grow and thrive, unlike traditional cemeteries that require constant maintenance and use valuable land resources.”
Also when you plant a tree in our garden, we will do in perpetuity ongoing protection and care for your tree, without additional costs.
Bringing People Together
Memorial trees can be a unique way to bring families and communities together. At Mornington Green, we host regular events for your families to come together, share stories, and create new memories while honoring those who have passed.
A Thoughtful Choice for the Future
As us Australians face the challenges of climate change and seek more meaningful ways to remember our loved ones, planting a legacy tree or memorial tree “blossoms” as a beautiful solution. It allows us to transform our loss into a legacy of life and growth, benefiting not just ourselves but the planet and our future generations.
“Choosing a memorial tree is about more than just remembrance – it’s about “blossoming” a green impact that lives on, ensuring that the memories of our loved one continues to grow, thrive, and contribute to our world in a meaningful way.”
If you’re interested in the idea of planting a memorial tree or Legacy Tree, consider visiting our garden in Melbourne during an open day. Experiencing the beauty and serenity of a memorial garden firsthand can help you understand how you might create a lasting, living tribute that makes a real difference.
