KAMSACK - Spearheaded by Robyn Tataryn of Wolkowski Funeral Services in Kamsack, the initiative is supported by a partnership between Wolkowski Funeral Services, the Town of Kamsack, and Natural Reflexions Country Market & Greenhouse – which will provide a selection of tree varietals to choose from.
The first step in the Memorial Tree Program involves participants filling out an order form and selecting a tree of choice. Forms are available now, and trees can be ordered by visiting the Wolkowski Funeral Home in person or by phoning.
Each fall, beginning this year, Wendy Becenko of Natural Reflexions Country Market & Greenhouse will order the trees from a selection of reputable producers. All orders must be received by October 31. The trees will arrive the following spring.
The first round of trees will be planted in the spring of 2023, with the Town of Kamsack selecting Riverview Cemetery as the location the trees will be planted and nurtured during their first year.
Possible designated areas in the future will include public spaces such as the cemetery, sports grounds, golf course, green space, community streets, parks, and schools. Plaques will be available for an additional charge to personalize a loved one’s tree.
The selection of trees to choose from includes the following:
Snowy Mountain Ash
This ‘showy’ mountain ash gets its name from its orange-red foliage in the fall. It is one of the hardiest and slowest growing members of this genus. MATURE SIZE: 25 feet by 20 feet. EXPOSURE/HARDINESS: Full/Part Sun, Zone 2.
Dwarf Lilac
These compact flowering lilac shrubs are hardy and blooms will be offered in colours ranging from white, pink, bright pink, and purple. MATURE SIZE: 4-6 feet by 4-6 feet. EXPOSURE/HARDINESS: Full Sun, Zone 2.
Thunderchild Crabapple
This is a flowering crab apple tree with an oval crown and leaves that will turn deep purple during the growing season. It produces small red fruit in late summer. MATURE SIZE: 20 feet by 15 feet. EXPOSURE/HARDINESS: Full sun, Zone 2.
Dropmore Linden
This deciduous tree is characterized by dark green foliage and a dense, pyramidal crown. It offers superior growth and cold hardiness and produces fragrant summer flowers. MATURE SIZE: 50 feet by 30 feet. EXPOSURE/HARDINESS: Full sun, Zone 2.
Norway Spruce
This spruce is a fast-growing evergreen with a pyramidal shape featuring one-inch, dark green needles. Its branches extend to the ground, giving excellent wind protection. MATURE SIZE: 50 -75 feet by 30-50 feet wide EXPOSURE/HARDINESS: Full sun, Zone 2.
