Cutting and trimming grass is one .of the largest and most costly maintenance activities in Ferncliff Cemetery. The use of artificial flowers and wreaths on graves greatly hinders our grass cutting and increases its cost. Furthermore, Ferncliff Cemetery--known as one of the most beautiful in America--has a great abundance of natural beauty from early spring until late fall in its trees and. flowers. Artificial flowers and wreaths are not in harmony with the landscape during the growing season and are truly not needed at this time of the year.

A--In order that the entire Cemetery may always present as neat and orderly an appearance as possible, it is requested that flowers be placed on the graves only in approved sub-surface containers. Inexpensive containers of the approved type are on display at our office.

B--One bouquet of artificial flowers will be permitted on each grave in a suitable sub surface container. They will be removed when they become unsightly. Natural flowers will be permitted at any time and will be removed when wilted.

C--The Association shall have the right to remove all floral designs, flowers, weeds, trees, shrubs and plants of any kind from the Cemetery if, in the judgment of the superintendent, they do not conform to the standards maintained.

D--The placing of boxes, shells, toys, metal designs, ornaments, chairs, vases, glass, wood or iron cases,
glass blocks, artificial animals, etc. shall not be permitted at any time.

E---Potted plants will be permitted upon lots and graves only at Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day and Memorial Day and they will be removed after a period of one week. If pots are allowed to stay too long, they will kill the grass.

F--Winter decorations such as natural and artificial wreaths and arrangements will be permitted from November 15 to March 15.
All winter decorations will be removed beginning March 15 during the spring cleanup.

G--Plantings of a permanent nature are permitted only on monument lots and upon approval of the superintendent.

H--Articles made of concrete--urns, benches, boxes, etc. are not permitted because concrete is not approved as an ornamental material, and such articles on lots add greatly to the cost of maintenance.

I --Imitation plants, ribbons, Styrofoam designs and similar decorations are not permitted during the mowing season--March 15 to November 15.

Your assistance in helping us keep your Cemetery beautiful at all times is greatly appreciated.