Houseplants elevate every home—they can simply give life to any space, bringing a lovely and welcoming feel. Growing and caring for these plants take a lot of effort, time, and love, and now they’ve become an integral part of your household.
Should you have to leave your home and move across the country or to another location, you’ll surely want to bring them with you. But what should you do to keep your houseplants safe during and after lots of travel? Keep on reading to find out.
When moving from one place to another, you have to prepare for new guidelines in your destination. Sometimes, even if you want to bring in your plants, some of them may be prohibited where you are planning to move.
So, before you start preparing your plants for the move, check which plant species are accepted in the locality. Failing to do so might mean being accused of attempting to smuggle prohibited plants, which might mean being charged a fine or having to surrender your plants to border patrols.
Before you start packing, give extra love and care to your plants. First, you should start refreshing the soil, so you can get rid of possible insects that can infiltrate your car or truck during transport.
Some locations also require a certified safety inspection, so you might have to schedule an appointment to get the proper forms that will allow you to transport your plants.
Additionally, never forget to water your plants well two to three days before your major move. This will ensure that the soil will remain moist but not sopping wet during the trip.
During your move, make sure that you can protect your plants against sunlight, heat, or cold. Yes, tinted car windows may help, but wrapping plants with craft paper is the best choice. Additionally, if you have more sensitive plants like succulents and cacti, place them all inside a box and cushion them with some bubble wrap for another layer of protection.
If you will delegate the responsibility of transporting plants by hiring some local movers, don’t sign on without checking their regulations on moving plants. Some moving companies do not allow the transport of plants, while others won’t offer you a form of insurance in case they get damaged in transit.
Once you and your plants arrive in your new home, it’s time to tend to your green babies. First, remove your plants from the plastic wrap, craft paper, and cardboard boxes you used. If you put your plants in temporary containers for the move, you can place them back into their permanent pots.
Like humans, plants can also become stressed upon arriving in a new location and other environmental changes. So, the best thing you can do is place them in areas they will be comfortable and try to limit their shock in their new environment.
Moving to a new home can be a challenging experience because of all the changes you will experience. Just like how it can be stressful for you, your plants may feel the same. By following these simple steps, you can make the move as comfortable as you can, so your plants can keep growing beautifully once you settle into your new home.
If you’re feeling ready for your move, hire 1 Van 1 Man Removals, one of the best moving companies in Yorkshire, to help you. We have been providing complete house removals in York, Yorkshire, and surrounding areas for more than a decade. Rest assured, we’ll handle your property—particularly your plants—with the utmost care. Call us today for a free quote!