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Rock River Oakwood Passage

Monument Black Cherry #2571

with 1 Spreading Right & 200 reforestation saplings

$11,900

$3,100 less than a traditional burial

Starting at $247/mo
This curvy, quirky tree has lots of personality. We love its flaky, dark bark and the twisting trunk that make it so distinctive from its neighbors.
Rare find! Only 1 similar tree remains
1 other person has saved this tree as a favorite
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Your price of $11,900 fully covers:
As part of your purchase, we’ll place 7% in a trust for the perpetual stewardship of the forest.
As part of your purchase, we’ll place 7% in a trust for the perpetual stewardship of the forest.
Your tree in a forest we are protecting.
Your tree in a forest we are protecting.
The exclusive right to spread ashes and place a memorial marker beneath your tree.
The exclusive right to spread ashes and place a memorial marker beneath your tree.
Right to purchase additional spreadings, now or in the future.
Right to purchase additional spreadings, now or in the future.
200 reforestation saplings planted in your honor.
200 reforestation saplings planted in your honor.
Access for you and your loved ones to the entire forest and Welcome House.
Access for you and your loved ones to the entire forest and Welcome House.

This Midwest native tree features showy white flowers in early spring followed by pea-sized fruits in late summer, which are devoured by local wildlife.

  • Serves as a host to six species of butterflies and moths
  • Attracts pollinators like honey bees with its clusters of small white flowers
  • Its cherries are edible and used often to make wine, jams and jellies
  • Among the most important sources of food for forest wildlife, it's a particular favorite of the black bear
  • Can live up to 250 years and grow up to 125 feet tall

Visiting the forest

You and your loved ones can visit your tree and the entire forest during the spring, summer, and fall. The Rock River forest is open for regular visiting hours from April–October, Thursday–Monday. Just contact our team to make an appointment in advance. We’ll share travel recommendations to make the experience special.

We are currently open for visits by appointment. We look forward to hosting you soon.