Repotting Your
Memorial Tree

Moving to the next size up

Your memorial tree has been designed so it can continue to grow without disturbing what sits at its centre.

The tree should always remain within its existing felt pot. When more space is needed, the entire pot is placed into the next size up.

Before you begin

You will need:

  • the next size up felt growing pot
  • fresh peat-free compost suitable for your tree
  • a scoop or trowel
  • water
Important things to remeber
  • Do not remove the tree from its original felt pot
  • Do not disturb the soil or cremains
  • Do not lift the tree by the trunk
  • Ensure the base layer remains firm and level
  • Ensure water can drain freely from the planter

Repotting Steps

1. Remove the tree

Gently lift the tree from the planter, supporting the pot from beneath.
Do not lift by the trunk.
Set the tree aside carefully.

2. Lift out the memorial plinth
Remove the memorial plinth from the base of the planter. Keep it level as you lift.
3. Adjust the base layer if needed
You will see the layer of pebbles or stones beneath. If you are moving to a larger pot, or would like to adjust the height:
  • add or remove pebbles as needed
  • build the layer gradually
  • ensure it forms a flat, level, stable surface Press lightly so it does not shift.
4. Return the memorial plinth

Place the memorial plinth back into the planter, on top of the pebble layer.

Ensure it is:

  • level
  • fully supported
  • not rocking
5. Prepare the new pot

Place a small amount of fresh compost into the base of the new, larger felt pot.

Add only enough so that the existing pot will sit at the correct height once in place.

6. Place the existing pot into the new one
Lower the entire felt pot - with the tree, soil, and cremains intact - into the new pot. Do not remove the tree from its original pot.
7. Fill around the sides

Add fresh compost around the outside of the existing pot.

Work slowly and evenly, gently firming as you go.

Do not compact heavily.

8. Return the tree to the planter
Place the newly re-potted tree back on top of the memorial plinth.
9. Check positioning
Ensure the tree is:
  • sitting level
  • stable
  • not rocking
If needed, adjust the pebble layer beneath the plinth.
10. Water gently
Water the tree thoroughly to help the new compost settle. Top up lightly if needed.
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