Oakstrand Realty

When moving with houseplants it's important to make the process as low-stress as possible. Follow the below steps from an expert, Atlas Van Lines:

BEFORE YOUR MOVE

Follow these steps to endure changes to their environment without wilting or breaking:

Three weeks before moving day. Re-pot plants from clay pots into shatter-proof plastic pots of the same size. Two weeks before moving day. Prune larger plants by pinching back newer growth and removing dead leaves, limbs, and flowers with sharp scissors or gardening shears. One week before moving day. Check plants for insects and parasites. Two days before moving day. Water your plants normally, taking care to not overwater.

MOVING DAY

Prepare by packing your plants the night before or the morning of your move. Here’s how to pack plants for moving:

Wrap. Wrap large plants with an old bed sheet or tissue paper to prevent branches from breaking. Position. Place each pot in a box so it fits snugly at the bottom. Pack. If necessary, pack paper in the box around the base of the pot to hold the pot in place. Punch air holes in the sides of the box and loosely fasten the lid so plants can breathe. Label. Set the boxes upright and clearly mark the top and sides. Control. Keep the temperature in your vehicle at a comfortable level.

ONCE YOU’RE HOME

Once you’re in your new home, it’s important to get your plants back in the same condition they were in at your previous home. Here’s how:

Unpack. Unpack your plants as soon as possible. Remove plants through the bottom of the box to prevent breakage.Place. Place plants back in pots that are the same size as the ones before you moved. Stabilize. Refrain from moving plants around until they become acclimated. Heal. If your plant suffers from transplant shock after your move, give it a few days to recover.