There are places in a landscape that hold memory.

At WLDflora, we create custom memorial garden stones by core drilling natural boulders to respectfully contain cremation ashes. These stones become permanent features within private gardens, estates, farms, and meaningful outdoor spaces and integrated into living landscapes. This is remembrance set in stone.

Our Process

1. Consultation & Site Selection

We begin with a private consultation to discuss:

• Intended location (garden, woodland edge, meadow, estate grounds)

• Type and size of stone

• Full ash containment or partial ash placement

• Future planting or landscape integration

We evaluate drainage, soil conditions, permanence, and long-term stability of the installation site.

2. Stone Selection

We primarily use:

Granite (Recommended)

• Extremely durable and non-porous

• Resistant to freeze/thaw cycles

• Structurally stable for long-term ash containment

• Naturally beautiful and timeless

Natural Fieldstone or Customer-Selected Boulder

Clients may choose a stone from:

• Their property

• A meaningful location

• Our curated stone yard

Each stone is evaluated for density, fracture lines, and structural integrity before drilling. We do not use soft sedimentary stone (like limestone) for full ash containment due to porosity and long-term weathering concerns unless specified and accepted by the client.

3. Core Drilling & Ash Placement

Using professional-grade core drilling equipment, we:

• Drill a vertical cavity into the stone

• Clean and seal the interior

• Insert ashes within a contained and protected chamber

• Seal the cavity permanently with stone-matched material

The opening is structurally sealed and designed to remain intact through seasonal expansion and contraction.

This process ensures:

• No surface exposure

• No visible ash chamber

• Long-term structural integrity

4. Installation Process

Once prepared, the memorial stone is installed using proper landscape construction methods:

• Excavation to stable subgrade

• Compacted gravel base

• Drainage consideration

• Equipment placement for larger boulders

• Final grading and planting integration

The stone becomes part of the land — not simply placed, but set.

Optional enhancements:

• Native plant memorial gardens

• Perennial borders

• Evergreen anchor plantings

• Engraving (if desired)

• Pathways or seating areas

Legal Considerations

Cremation ashes (cremains) are legally permitted for private placement in most areas when:

• The property owner grants consent

• The ashes are not placed in public waterways or protected land

• No state or local ordinance prohibits private placement

In Kentucky and Indiana, cremated remains are generally considered sterile and non-hazardous.

However:

• Clients are responsible for confirming family agreement

• Written authorization for ash placement is required

• WLDflora does not assume responsibility for legal disputes among heirs

We strongly recommend clients consult local regulations if installing outside of private residential property.

We do not perform memorial installations in public parks, protected wetlands, or conservation lands without formal authorization.

Types of Memorial Installations

• Private Garden Memorial Stone
• Estate Landscape Anchor Stone
• Farm or Meadow Remembrance Boulder
• Woodland Edge Marker
• Pet Memorial Garden Stone
• Multi-Generational Family Stone

Each installation is unique to the landscape and the life remembered.

Permanence & Future Considerations

Before installation, we discuss:

• Property transfer implications

• Future land development

• Access considerations

• Whether a location will remain undisturbed

Memorial stones are intended to remain in place indefinitely. Relocation after installation can be difficult and costly but possible.

This is why thoughtful site selection is essential.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the ash visible?

No. The ash is fully contained and permanently sealed inside the stone.

Can the stone be engraved?

Yes. Engraving can be arranged depending on stone type.

Can multiple individuals be placed within one stone?

Yes, if size and structural capacity allow.

Can we use a stone already on our property?

Often yes. We inspect it first to ensure suitability.

Our Approach

We approach memorial installations with:

• Discretion

• Structural precision

• Landscape expertise

• Respect for family dynamics

• Long-term environmental awareness

We do not rush this process.

The goal is to create a place that feels natural — as though it has always belonged there.

Memorial Consultation

If you are considering a memorial garden stone, we invite you to schedule a private consultation. We will walk the property together, discuss your vision, and determine the most appropriate and lasting approach.

This is not simply stonework. It is legacy set into the land.