Memorial Garden Plaques

A memorial garden plaque turns a favourite corner of a garden, a park bench or a planted tree into a place to remember someone. Bronze Plaque casts garden memorials in solid statuary bronze, so they stay outdoors in rain, frost and sun for generations without fading. Design yours online in minutes, choose a rock mount, stake or bench fixing, see the price instantly and approve a free professional proof before we cast it.

Where a garden plaque can go

• On a boulder or feature rock in a garden bed, using epoxy fixed studs
• On a ground stake beside a rose bush, a shrub or a newly planted tree
• On a bench, with a small plaque on the back rail or seat
• On a wall or gate post at the entrance to a memorial garden
• In a public park or church garden as a dedication for a tree or a planting

Wording ideas

Garden plaques often carry fewer words than a cemetery plaque, and the setting does the rest. Popular choices are a name and dates with a short line such as “Forever in our garden”, “Planted in loving memory of” or “Sit a while and remember”. A tree dedication might read “This oak was planted to celebrate the life of”. Our guide on what a memorial plaque should say has more examples, and our design team is happy to help with wording at no charge.

Sizes, motifs and finishes

Most garden memorials are 8 by 6 inches to 12 by 8 inches, with bench plaques around 6 by 3 inches. Choose raised lettering in serif, script or sans serif styles, a plain or decorative border, and a motif such as a rose, a dove, a butterfly, an oak leaf or a favourite flower. An etched photograph can be added to any size. Backgrounds are available in dark bronze, black or a soft colour such as green or blue.

Why cast bronze for the garden

Plastic and painted plaques fade within a couple of summers, and stainless steel looks cold in a garden setting. Bronze belongs outdoors. It does not rust or crack, it needs no sealing, and it develops a natural warm patina that suits stone, timber and planting. The raised lettering is cast as one piece with the plaque, so it stays readable for decades. See how to care for a bronze plaque if you would like to keep it bright.

How it works

1. Open the free design tool and choose a size and shape.
2. Add the name, dates and wording, then choose a motif and border.
3. Pick a rock mount, stake or standard studs, and see the price instantly.
4. Order and receive a professional proof by email within a day or two.
5. Approve the proof and your plaque is cast and shipped in about 3 to 4 weeks.

Frequently asked questions

Can a memorial garden plaque be mounted on a rock or a tree?

Yes. Plaques mount on natural boulders and on stakes set into the ground. For living trees we recommend a stake beside the tree rather than fixing to the trunk, so the tree is not harmed as it grows.

Is bronze safe outdoors all year?

Bronze is made for outdoor use. It does not rust, crack in frost or fade in sun. It slowly develops a warm brown patina and the raised lettering stays bright.

What size is right for a garden plaque?

Most garden memorials are between 8 by 6 inches and 12 by 8 inches. A bench plaque is usually smaller, around 6 by 3 inches. The price for each size is shown in the design tool.

Can I include a photo or a motif?

Yes. Add a rose, a tree, a bird, a butterfly or an etched photograph. The proof shows exactly how it will look before casting.

How long does it take?

Allow about 3 to 4 weeks for casting after you approve the free proof, plus 5 to 10 days for delivery anywhere in the USA and worldwide.