Floral stands and saddles are prohibited. Grave floral blankets may not be larger than two by three feet, please do not wrap them in plastic, as it destroys the turf.įloral items and other decorations may not be attached to headstones or markers. Depending on the growing season, artificial flowers/potted plants may have to be removed to accommodate the early mowing season, up to twice per week.Ĭhristmas wreaths, grave blankets, and related arrangements will be permitted on graves from December 1 until January 20. Items are subject to removal on the first and third Fridays during mowing season, and depending on the added frequency of mowing more often, up to twice a week. They will also be permitted on graves 10 days before and 10 days after Easter Sunday and Memorial Day. Perma-vases are not permitted nor are they sold at Lexington National Cemetery.Īrtificial flowers and/or potted plants, in unbreakable containers only (cardboard, plastic, metal), are permitted on gravesites from October 10 until April 15. Cemetery provided floral containers are the only floral containers allowed in the cemetery. Temporary metal containers, provided by the cemetery, are available at various sites on cemetery grounds. They will be removed when they become unsightly or when it becomes necessary to facilitate cemetery operations such as mowing. Natural cut flowers may be placed on graves at any time. Lexington National Cemetery is not responsible for any items left at gravesites.įloral arrangements (up to six) accompanying the casket or urn at the time of burial will be placed on the completed gravesite by cemetery staff.
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