Two large shade trees would frame the view into the cemetery from the gathering place. Red maple would be an appropriate choice for these trees, although scarlet oak or northern red oak would be acceptable substitutions. Both trees should be the same species, however. Elsewhere along the woodland margin of the cemetery, two clusters of three dogwoods are planted. These trees are natural to this woodland setting, but, in clusters of three, also provide attractive focal points.
Ornamental shrubs edge the tree plantings to each side.
The second cluster of dogwoods is edged to each side by blueberry shrubs. Current planting recommendations take into consideration ultimate sizes of plant materials. Mature growth may take many years. It may be tempting to install additional plantings during the early years, or to accept donations of additional plant materials from various sources. Overplanting will compromise the integrity of the cemetery.