Autumn and winter planting for graves

In contrast to the rest of the year, the autumn and winter planting of cemeteries makes use of plants that are resistant to cold and can tolerate a small amount of light. Graves, regardless of whether it is a large individual grave or an urn grave, appear less dreary with the appropriate winter and autumn planting and arouse corresponding emotions in the visitor. Because with suitable plants, even a snow-covered cemetery provides the necessary comfort and an appealing decoration.

40 plants for autumn and winter planting for the cemetery

Graves are planted all year round, but winter and autumn plants are particularly important in comparison. Because the reason for this are holidays like Christmas and New Year, which are particularly festive Plant decorations require the graves, from the urn grave to the individual grave, an emotional, thoughtful one Gives grade.

In addition, the winter planting in particular ensures colorful aspects away from the snow, while the autumn planting blends in with the image of falling leaves and the shorter days. There are 40 attractive plants available for planting the graves in the cemetery, with which you can try out and implement numerous decorative ideas.

Grave plants from A-Z

Plants from A - B

Balkan cranesbill

The Balkan cranesbill (bot. Geranium macrorrhizum) is a classic, green ground cover for winter planting in the cemetery. In summer the plants bloom, while the green foliage catches the snow over the winter and acts like a pillow. A single grave can be well decorated with the plants as soon as different flower colors are used.

Barberton gerbera 'Garvinea' (bot. Gerbera jamesonii 'Garvinea')

Gerberas are also important plants in the cemetery, they come in a variety of colors and last until September. They often represent a change of seasons in the cemetery and are often used for an urn grave. The 'Garvinea' variety is a hardy cultivar that flowers until late October and can even keep its flowers afterwards.

Dwarf blue juniper (bot. Juniperus squamata 'Blue Star')

As the name suggests, this juniper is adorned with blue-green to silver-blue needles. A highlight of the winter planting.

Ground cover yew (bot. Taxus baccata repandens)

An extremely shade-friendly ground cover that shines all year round and is particularly well presented in winter with snow.

Plants from C - E

Calla (bot. Zantedeschia)

Two types of calla are ideal for winter planting. The classic calla, for example with the 'Crowsborough' variety, is a hardy plant that stands for the immortal soul with its white flowers. It can be kept directly outdoors at temperatures as low as -20 ° C. The room calla (bot. Zantedeschia aethiopica), on the other hand, is ideal for closed columbaria, as these cannot withstand temperatures that are too cold. They are a feast for the eyes for the urn grave.

Christmas roses (bot. Helleborus)

Christmas roses are the highlight of the winter planting, as they only bloom at Christmas time and provide a lot of comfort for the bereaved.

Chrysanthemums (bot. Chrysanthemum)

Of course, chrysanthemums belong on this list. They are known for their colorful flower arrangements in autumn, which makes them ideal for graves as autumn planting, which even lasts into winter when it fades. The 'Bees' variety in particular impresses with its robust nature.

Fat man (bot. Pachysandra terminalis)

The fat man or the Japanese Ysander is well suited for shady places and forms attractive carpets there. Also heralds the spring with small flowers.

Ivy (bot. Hedera helix)

Due to its robust nature, winter hardiness and shade tolerance, ivy can be used well for walls and house walls and even graves.

Ice begonias (bot. Begonia semperflorens-cultorum)

Ice begonias are also known as God's eyes and are probably among the most melancholy plants that adorn the cemetery. The plants are very well suited to be planted in pots in early autumn, as they still present their flowers in their intense colors at this time.

Plants from F - G

Frohnleiten Elfenblume 'Frohnleiten' (bot. Epimedium perralchicum 'Frohnleiten')

As the only true ground cover among the elven flowers, it can be integrated into both winter and autumn planting. A leaf ornament par excellence.

Garden pansy (bot. Viola wittrockiana)

Yes, even the garden pansy will delight you as an autumn plant. If the seeds are sown in summer, it blooms in numerous colors from October to November. The milder the winter, the longer the bloom that adorns the graves.

Spotted lungwort (bot. Pulmonaria saccharata)

The spotted lungwort is another ground cover that is evergreen and begins to bloom as early as March. Very robust despite the thin rhizome.

Common Columbine (bot. Aquilegia vulgaris)

The six Aquilegia species found in Central Europe are very suitable for autumn planting, including the common Columbine in particular. Because it is a symbol of the Trinity and inspires with red-violet, blue or white flowers.

Common hazel root (bot. Asarum europaeum)

Also a ground cover that attracts attention with its round leaves and creeping growth. Ideal for graves in partial shade.

Gold tree of life 'Rheingold' (bot. Thuja occidentalis 'Rheingold')

One of the most popular trees of life that adorns numerous graves and is particularly good as winter planting.

Plants from H - K

Autumn anemone (bot. Anemone hupehensis)

The autumn anemone is hardy compared to the classic anemones because it is a perennial. They are particularly popular as autumn plants, the flowering time of which extends until the end of October, while the flowers remain until winter. They may have faded then, but they are appealing to look at. Autumn anemones bear witness to the memory of the deceased.

Horned violet (bot.: Viola cornuta)

The horned violet represents paradise and is one of the last summer bloomers to disappear at the end of September. The numerous colors make it ideal as a planting for an urn grave and other graves such as the individual grave or access to crypts.

Evergreen creeper (bot. Euonymus fortunei)

The different leaf colors are a highlight of the evergreen crawling spindle. Numerous shades of green can be found here, which are even provided with a yellow border and can be used for each individual grave.

Japanese azaleas (bot. Rhododendron obtusum)

The Japanese azaleas, which are particularly suitable for winter planting due to their evergreen leaves. Low-growing varieties such as 'Königstein', 'Fridoline', 'Maruschka', 'Snow Pearl' and 'Petticoat' are particularly suitable for this.

Caucasian dwarf spruce 'jewel' (bot. Picea orientalis 'jewel')

A spherical shape with dark green needles and a maximum height of about 80 cm are the highlight of this dwarf spruce. Even in the coldest regions, they are very persistent.

Small-leaved evergreen (bot. Vinca minor)

Vinca minor shows up at the end of winter and ushers in spring. It is a welcome enclosure for individual graves that should convey a natural flair. In addition, the small, blue flowers inspire.

Plants from L - N

Tree of Life 'Golden Tuffet' (bot. Thuja occidentalis 'Golden Tuffet')

This tree of life forms a round, gold-green cushion that shines with an intense hue over the winter. Together with other trees of life, calming accents can be set that influence the overall look of the cemetery.

Lily (bot. Lilium)

As long as they are not used as cut flowers, lilies are out for a long time and are even hardy. They are particularly suitable for autumn planting, where they serve as a classic death flower in their white color. Decorated lily graves radiate purity and everlasting love.

Daisy (bot. Leucanthemum)

Marguerites are especially popular in the single grave that separates two lovers. The flowers adorn the cemetery as autumn plants until late October and the green is often retained in winter and fits in nicely with the overall picture.

Daffodils (bot. Narcissus)

Like tulips, daffodils are the first plants to open their flowers in March. For this reason, they stand in the cemetery for the resurrection and adorn the winter planting as soon as spring is on the way again.

Carnation (bot. Dianthus)

White carnations in particular are ideal for autumn planting, as some of the species bloom until October, including the land carnation (bot. Dianthus caryophyllus). Because they are very frost-resistant and should be kept dry over the winter.

Plants from P - S

Peony (bot. Paeonia)

Peonies delight with their large flowers, which are only cut back in October or November and can be the star of every autumn planting in the cemetery.

Primroses (bot. Primula):

Primroses are also very suitable for winter planting, as the first specimens bloom in December and January. However, most species of the Marian symbol can only withstand -5 ° C, so it is better suited for mild winters or an urn grave in the columbarium.

Marigold 'Winter Wonders' (bot. Calendula 'Winter Wonders')

This variety is a frost-resistant marigold to -5 ° C, which even blooms into winter. Marigolds are considered to be plants of salvation after death.

Roses (bot. Pink):

Roses do not have flowers in winter, but they still bloom in the cool autumn time and many specimens develop rose hips, which are decoratively integrated into the winter planting permit. They are even suitable for individual graves and have a different meaning depending on their color.

Foam blossom (bot. Tiarella cordifolia)

Foam flowers adorn the graves with their rust-brown to red foliage in autumn and winter.

Marigold (bot. Marigolds)

Tagetes is a popular death flower due to its colors, similar to the marigold. With proper care, it will bloom until October, making it ideal for autumn planting.

Plants from T - Z

Tulip (bot. Tulipa)

Very few people imagine tulips as planting for graves, but the heralds of spring are perfect for the end of winter. They sprout from March and separate the cool season from the beauty of spring.

Forget-me-not (bot. Myosotis)

Forget-me-nots are the epitome of eternal love and bloom until the end of October. However, the plants are hardy down to -15 ° C and grace the cemetery in an elegant way with their upper plant parts.

Waldsteinien (bot. Waldsteinia ternata)

This evergreen ground cover is ideal for paths and borders and enchants with its golden yellow flowers at the end of winter.

Dwarf Colorado fir 'Minima' (bot. Abies concolor 'Minima')

This small fir tree grows just 50 cm high and can actually be planted anywhere in the cemetery, regardless of whether it is an urn grave or an individual grave.

Dwarf cypress 'Nana Gracilis' (bot. Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Gracilis')

This plant is ideal for permanent winter planting, because the evergreen needles can decorate all graves as a decorative base. A single grave, for example, is well cared for with the Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Nana Gracilis', as the twisted branches in the shape of a shell create appealing cushions.

Dwarf silver cypress 'Baby Blue' (bot. Chamaecyparis pisifera 'Baby Blue')

This sapling is a favorite for winter planting. The name lives up to the needles, because they are silver-green to blue-green and a real eye-catcher with soft needles.

Dwarf white spruce (bot. Picea glauca):

The dwarf white spruce is perfect for equipping graves with green, robust winter planting. The decorative shape and low height of up to one meter give the plant its charm.

tip: A great advantage of autumn and winter planting is the use of numerous ground cover. These prevent weeds from growing, resulting in lower operating costs.