When many couples plan their wedding ceremony, they seek to include one or more unity-based elements. You can find many different ideas online, and it can be fun to browse the options and think about something that resonates with both of you. One activity that some couples include in the ceremony is planting a tree. Generally, this involves planting a small tree in a decorated pot with the plan to put it in the ground in a specific area at a later date. Here are some reasons to include a tree planting in your wedding ceremony. 

Involves Cooperation

One of the things that you'll enjoy about planting a small tree with your significant other in front of your wedding guests is that this is a process that involves cooperation. As such, it's highly symbolic of working together in a cooperative manner to make your married life as wonderful as you can. You and your significant other will enjoy working collaboratively to perform each task of the tree planting. For example, one of you might dig a small hole before the other lowers the tree into the hole. You can both then press down the soil around the base of the tree with a pair of small trowels.

Includes Some Laughs

If you like the idea of having a few lighthearted moments during your ceremony, planting a tree can be a good option. This is an activity that can often have some humorous elements. For example, if one of you spills a little soil during the process, you can't help but laugh and your gathered guests will likely have a gentle chuckle too. A few moments of laughter as you perform this activity can help to reduce any anxiety that you feel during the ceremony, making it more enjoyable for both of you.

Environmentally Friendly

Another good reason to include tree planting as a unity activity during your wedding ceremony is that doing so is environmentally friendly. If one or both of you puts significant importance on doing things that are good for the environment in your daily life, this activity will carry a special meaning. There are probably some people in attendance who seek to do their best for the environment too, and these people will especially be excited to see that you're planting a tree. Think about whether this unity ceremony will be the right fit for your upcoming wedding ceremony.

Contact a local wedding venue, such as Pristine Chapel Lakeside, to learn more about unity ceremonies.