Memorial Program
The Colerain Township Parks Legacy Tree and Bench Program is a great way to celebrate memorable or special occasions in your life.
The Legacy Tree and Bench Program is designed for those persons or organizations desiring to commemorate a particular event by planting a tree or installing a bench. Some of the events include, but are not limited to:
- Anniversaries
- Births
- Graduations
- Memorials
- Recognition of friends/associates
- Retirement
- Weddings
Costs
The cost of a tree is $700 and the cost of a bench is $1,300. The cost includes a small plaque that will be placed by the tree or on the bench.
Selection & Maintenance
All trees will be cared for the Parks and Services Department and come with a one year guarantee. Our staff will work with you on tree selection and placement. To help ensure the health and success of the trees, all trees will be planted during the spring and fall.
Suggested Trees
| Scientific Name | Common Name |
|---|---|
| Acer rubrum | Red Maple |
| Amelanchier laevis | Serviceberry |
| Cladrastis lutea | Yellowwood |
| Cornus kousa chinensis | Chinese Dogwood |
| Cornus mas | Cornelian Cherry |
| Crataegus virdis | Winter King Hawthorn |
| Koelreuteria paniculata | Golden Rain Tree |
| Liquidambar styraciflua | American Sweet Gum |
| Liriodendron tulipfera | Tulip Tree |
| Nyssa sylvatica | Black Tupelo |
| Picea abies | Norway Spruce |
| Pinus strobus | White Pine |
| Quercus rubra | Red Oak |
| Sophora japonica | Pagoda Tree |
Learn more about these trees and see photos in our program brochure (PDF).
More Information
To participate in the Legacy Tree and Bench Program, email Tawanna Molter, Colerain Township Parks and Services, or call 513-385-7502.