Annual Grave Care Packages

What is 'Annual Grave Care'?

A grave care contract is concluded for one year (12 months). This enables  the service to start at any time. The 12-month contract will automatically renew for another 12 months unless it is canceled before the end of the term. If desired, custom periods or multi-year grave care contracts can also be arranged—just let me know!

What does 'Care / Cleaning' mean?

In addition to leveling the soil, this also includes tasks such as removing weeds, leaves, and faded plant parts. The service further includes the care and biannual pruning of existing permanent plantings, such as green borders or small trees on the grave (in spring and autumn).

What's 'Watering-Service'?

I will handle the watering for you. Depending on season and weather conditions, the grave's plantings will be watered, up to three times a week in summer.

Spring

In spring, nature comes back to life, and the hours of sunlight increase. The winter coverings or arrangements are removed, the grave is cleaned, soil is replenished if needed, and permanent plantings are pruned.

The first planting after winter can then take place. It’s important to choose plants that can withstand occasional night frosts. Depending on the grave care package, the first planting includes vibrant pansies, forget-me-nots, daisies, daffodils, wallflowers or saxifrage.

Planting time: March / April

Summer

For the second planting, the summer planting, a wide variety of plants can be chosen. However, not every plant suits every location. For example, fuchsias and begonias tolerate sunlight better than some other plants. Depending on the grave care package, the planting may include begonias, fuchsias, balsams, mandevillas, sedum, and myrtle.

Plantin time: May / June

Fall

As the days get shorter in autumn, the third planting takes place. Colorful flowers or  grasses brighten up the graves. Depending on the grave care package, this may include heather, silverleaf, cyclamen, heuchera, and autumn grasses.

Planting time: September / October

For All Saints' Day, the grave is prepared. In the 'Premium' and 'Deluxe' packages, a handcrafted, winter-resistant grave arrangement made from local fir branches and natural materials is placed.

How can I order additional services?

Whether you would like an initial planting after the burial or a bouquet or a candle for a specific date, just give me a call. Depending on the effort involved, I can also give you an estimate of the costs, which will be added in the annual billing.

What's the 'photo service'?

Upon request, I am happy to take photos and send them to you via email so that you can stay informed about the condition of the grave.

How is billing handled?

Billing is done annually at the end of the grave care year and includes any additional services provided.

If desired, an advance payment can be arranged, or semi-annual billing can be provided.

You can also book grave care for multiple years upon request.

Can I place items on the grave myself?

The grave care contract means that you don’t have to worry about anything. However, you are welcome to add candles, small decorative items, or a bouquet to the grave yourself - ideally in coordination, so that a cohesive appearance is maintained.

The planting, however, should remain under the care of KunstWerkstatt as specified in your agreement. For any special requests regarding plantings, feel free to contact me anytime - we will find a suitable solution!