Comments on: Cemetery and Graveyard Trees: Folklore, Superstition and History

By: James A. King

James A. King — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 21:58:01 +0000

I am 73 years old and was told by my grandmother that cedars were put in cemeteries and around old home places because they repel termites, fleas and other pests. (termites could devour wooden caskets)

By: Brian

Brian — Sun, 11 Aug 2024 00:34:19 +0000

In reply to Caitlen. Arborist here involved with Saluting Branches. I would love to read your work

By: Robert

Robert — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 19:32:12 +0000

What about magnolia trees? I know of quite a few old graveyards here in Eastern North Carolina that contain magnolia trees. I have heard it has to do with its evergreen status, and that the tree is seen as a sort of protector spirit. I’m curious if you have come across similar explanations?

By: Michael Michelle

Michael Michelle — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 22:46:35 +0000

In reply to Allison Douglas-Tourner. Against religion or folklore to break off small branches of dogwoods? i.e, bad luck? Early death? I am a tree and flower lover. Small cuttings rooted back at home

By: Frida

Frida — Sun, 05 Feb 2023 16:55:32 +0000

In reply to Caitlen.

Hello. Here there are mulberry, pine, yew, cypress and cedar trees as cemetery trees:
https://ulukayin.org/cemetery-trees/