The study on ornamental planting in cemeteries was performed in 2007 in two cemeteries (Ginkūnai and K. Donelaitis) of Šiauliai town. Four types and twenty four standard layouts of grave planting were distinguished. The most popular planting layouts were identified to be longitudinal and central. Characteristic or newly emerged planting peculiarities of graves were distinguished. Further investigations can reveal whether these layouts will become well-established or will they be rejected. The use and popularity of various burial ground covers were also investigated. The ratio between plant-covered and non-planted surfaces of tombs was determined. No relationship was found between grave planting and monument material, shape and colour. Grave planting is generally based on an individual judgement of a person.
Keywords: burial grounds, planting layout, standard plant layout, burial ground surfaces, planting peculiarities, new trends.