Have you had the talk with your plants? No! Not that talk! The moving talk. Moving can be a very traumatic event for plants and while some may think it’s crazy to talk to your plants, it is not crazy to take the proper steps to ensure they make it through a move healthy and with all their roots, flowers and leaves intact. Plants are delicate and we take the time to nurture them so they can give our home a vibrant and fresh look. It’s true you could leave some of your plants with trusted friends and neighbors, but if you have cultivated that Christmas Cactus through many blooms and moons, you’ll want to take that family member with you! Read on for ways on how to move your plants without committing mass “plantacide”
Prep and Prune Your Plants
In order to ensure that your plants have the best chance of surviving your move, make sure they are at their healthiest before you leave. First, remove any dead leaves, making sure not to pull off any that are resistant as this would cause a “wound” to the plant. Take this opportunity to clean the leaves. Collected dust over time can inhibit a plant’s ability to photosynthesize, preventing it from getting sufficient sunlight. Consider pruning your house plants before your move as this will encourage new growth in their new home. Careful how you choose your pruning tools as dull clippers can cause damage to stems. Make sure that your plant has sufficient water, but keep in mind not to over-water it. Finally, transfer your plants into light-weight plastic pots to make it easier to transport them during your move.
Keep Your Plants in a Controlled Environment
Part of the fun of a move, particularly a long distance one, is you get to stop and stay at a motel and watch trashy tv without any judgement. Extend this privilege to your plants as leaving them in the car may cause withering, shriveling and overall plant depression. As plants are sensitive to light, humidity levels and temperature, make sure that you transport them yourself. Besides, professional movers usually won’t transport your plants as there are too many regulations involved.
Watering
As previously mentioned, it’s important to make sure that your plants get a good watering before the move, particularly if they are about to embark on a journey in an air conditioned car for several hours. However, keep in mind that plants need less water in the winter. If you plan to move during the winter months, it’s important to stop watering your plants a day or two before the move in order to avoid root rot and stunted growth.
Shipping
What if you can’t take your plants in your car or you have to fly to your new home? Don’t worry, you can still ship your plants. Though it’s a bit of a risk to ship your plants, there are some things you can do to increase their chances of survival.
Plant Laws
If you are planning to take plants with you in your car and you know that you’ll have to cross state lines, be sure you know what the agricultural laws are for each state you enter before you start your road trip. Here are some laws and requirements that may come into play when transporting your plants:
#MovingPlants
Whether you have nurtured a snake plant since it was a mere seedling or recently acquired an amazing peace lily that is blooming like crazy, make sure that your precious plants get to your new home safely. If you are ready to move and need a professional moving company that cares about getting all of your belongings to their new home intact, give Moving Forward a call for a FREE quote!
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Intro:
- Moving plants is no easy go.Prep and Prune Your Plants
In order to ensure that your plants have the best chance of surviving your move, make sure they are at their healthiest before you leave. First, remove any dead leaves, making sure not to pull off any that are resistant as this would cause a “wound” to the plant. Take this opportunity to clean the leaves. Collected dust over time can inhibit a plant’s ability to photosynthesize, preventing it from getting sufficient sunlight. Consider pruning your house plants before your move as this will encourage new growth in their new home. Careful how you choose your pruning tools as dull clippers can cause damage to stems. Make sure that your plant has sufficient water, but keep in mind not to over-water it. Finally, transfer your plants into light-weight plastic pots to make it easier to transport them during your move.
Keep Your Plants in a Controlled Environment
Part of the fun of a move, particularly a long distance one, is you get to stop and stay at a motel and watch trashy tv without any judgement. Extend this privilege to your plants as leaving them in the car may cause withering, shriveling and overall plant depression. As plants are sensitive to light, humidity levels and temperature, make sure that you transport them yourself. Besides, professional movers usually won’t transport your plants as there are too many regulations involved.
Watering
As previously mentioned, it’s important to make sure that your plants get a good watering before the move, particularly if they are about to embark on a journey in an air conditioned car for several hours. However, keep in mind that plants need less water in the winter. If you plan to move during the winter months, it’s important to stop watering your plants a day or two before the move in order to avoid root rot and stunted growth.
Shipping
What if you can’t take your plants in your car or you have to fly to your new home? Don’t worry, you can still ship your plants. Though it’s a bit of a risk to ship your plants, there are some things you can do to increase their chances of survival.
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- Ship your plants bare root (that is to say, without a pot) and make sure the roots can stay as moist as possible during their journey. Dip the roots in water and then wrap them in wet paper towels before putting them into a plastic bag secured with a rubber band.
- Make sure that the tops of the plants are kept dry throughout their journey
- Pack them tightly so that there is no room for them to slide about
- If possible, use the fastest shipping option. Plants can tolerate 3-4 days in a box so don’t feel like you have to go crazy paying for expensive overnight options.
Plant Laws
If you are planning to take plants with you in your car and you know that you’ll have to cross state lines, be sure you know what the agricultural laws are for each state you enter before you start your road trip. Here are some laws and requirements that may come into play when transporting your plants:
- Requiring that all potted plants have fresh, sterile potting soil
- Subjecting certain plants to inspections that may require a certificate as proof
- Certain plants may have to undergo a quarantine period before they can be released back to you
- Some plants in certain states may not be allowed in at all and could be confiscated at the state border
#MovingPlants
Whether you have nurtured a snake plant since it was a mere seedling or recently acquired an amazing peace lily that is blooming like crazy, make sure that your precious plants get to your new home safely. If you are ready to move and need a professional moving company that cares about getting all of your belongings to their new home intact, give Moving Forward a call for a FREE quote!
Outline:
Intro:
- They are extremely delicate and require lots of love and care.
- While you may want to just leave some of your plants with some friends, others you may want to take with you when you move.
- Here’s how.
Prep and Prune Your Plants
- Remove dead leaves
- Re-pot into lightweight, plastic pots so they are easier to transport
- Prune
Keep them in Controlled Environment
- Plants are particular about their light, water and temperature needs.
- Transport plants in a temperature controlled environment like your car (movers usually don’t transport your plants anyway. There are too many regulations).
- If you’re moving long-distance and stay at a hotel, bring them in with you.
Give them a Good Water
- On moving day, make sure they have plenty of water before shoving them in the ACd car for hours.
- However, if you’re moving in the winter you actually want to stop water a day or two before the move to keep the soil dry.
Ship Them
- It’s a risk, but if you’re flying or can’t take them in the car, it’s worth looking into.
Be Mindful of the laws
- Moving plants from state to state can be tricky if each state has different ag laws. Look up those regulations if you place to transport plants across state lines.
Conclusion
- The grand takeway
- Remove dead leaves
- Re-pot into lightweight, plastic pots so they are easier to transport
- Prune
Keep them in Controlled Environment
- Plants are particular about their light, water and temperature needs.
- Transport plants in a temperature controlled environment like your car (movers usually don’t transport your plants anyway. There are too many regulations).
- If you’re moving long-distance and stay at a hotel, bring them in with you.
Give them a Good Water
- On moving day, make sure they have plenty of water before shoving them in the ACd car for hours.
- However, if you’re moving in the winter you actually want to stop water a day or two before the move to keep the soil dry.
Ship Them
- It’s a risk, but if you’re flying or can’t take them in the car, it’s worth looking into.
Be Mindful of the laws
- Moving plants from state to state can be tricky if each state has different ag laws. Look up those regulations if you place to transport plants across state lines.
Conclusion
- The grand takeway
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