Decoration policy
Lakewood’s decoration policy is intended to preserve the natural beauty of the cemetery. Please
contact us with any questions.
Outdoor graves
- Fresh floral bouquets in approved vases are permitted from April 1 to October 1.
- For the safety of all visitors, glass jars and other breakable containers are not allowed.
- Potted plants are permitted on Memorial Day only and will be removed four days later (in order to mow the lawns).
- Wreaths are permitted from November 1 to March 1. All wreaths are removed during spring clean-up in March and April.
For your convenience, you may purchase fresh flowers, potted plants and wreaths from Lakewood’s greenhouse. Visit our
flower shop for more information.
In the Mausoleum
All decorations must be displayed on the stands or tables provided. Do not place items on the marble floors or carpet or attach them to crypt doors.
What is not permitted
Artificial plants of any kind, dried flowers, house plants, ornaments, borders, fences, planter boxes, balloons, glass jars, spinners, statues, stones, or other such items are not permitted.
Removal policy
If a decoration is deemed inappropriate or unsightly, or has deteriorated, it will be removed and discarded.
