Moving Your Plants

Packing up your plants is a process that needs to be done right. You must begin approximately 5-7 days before you move. Place your plants in a plastic bag and make sure that there are no pests that can harm your plant trapped inside. 2 days before you move, place the plants in the cardboard box that you are planning to move them in (make sure that there are air holes in the cardboard box). It may also be necessary to put padding around the leaves, such as soft tissue paper. Don’t water your plants to much, not only it may cause them to leak water in the moving van; it can also damage the plant itself. Make sure that the plants are the first thing that you unpack when you move, and don’t overload them on light immediately. It may take a few days until you can safely fully expose the plant to light again. Remember to bring the necessary tools and plant food. And of course, as always, research your new place to make sure that the conditions can accommodate your plant.

Check with the moving company of your choice if they have any guidelines for moving plants and if they have any suggestions and/or solutions. If you cannot take possession of your new place right away and need to store your plants, you need to consider your options. Inquire with your friends or relatives (if you have any at the new location) if they wouldn’t mind to aid in this situation, or ask your mover they may be able to help.