Plants Galore Make the World Go Round (But Are a Pain to Move!)

When moving to a new home in order to feel at home, you need to have your garden made up in a way that feels right for you. It’s a shame to just leave all your old plants, so let's talk about how we can ease the stress on them during the journey.

This is an article for all those plant lovers out there. Unite! You aren’t just a crazy plant lady, you are actually providing health benefits in your new home for the family.

• Most moving companies don’t accept 
• Moving plants during extreme weather should be avoided as the plants will already be under stress and this will add to issues.
• Be patient, your plants may need a few weeks to fully recover from the journey.
• Certain states ban certain plants due to pests. If you have any questionable plants, google it or ask your mover who may know.
• Aim for a climate-controlled van that can help transport your plants to your new home if there are too many to take in your personal car
• You can also air-ship your plants if no other option works, but this is costly and their survival isn’t guaranteed. Label the plant with perishable and fragile stickers if you are going with this option.  

When moving homes, there is one member of the family that you can’t simply box up and hope for the best. With careful planning and preparation, you can ensure that your plants arrive safely at your new home and blossom.

• Start by pruning and taking care of your plants in their current condition and location. Take off the dead leaves. Give the entire plant a haircut and trim off any straggler leaves and branches. This will help reduce the energy used to try and regrow the branch and overall reduce stress on your plant. 
• Wrap your plants in newspaper or bubble wrap / place them in cartons in a manner that they are not too scrunched together. It is important to take special care of the roots and make sure they aren’t over-watered but are moist at all times. 
• Water your plants 2 days before the move. You don’t want them dripping wet making a huge mess, and you don’t want to accidentally drown the roots, but a moist plant is a happy plant.
• Ensure to pack them in a way that they will avoid extreme temperatures. A long extended stay in the car with direct sun for a plant that has lived its entire life in the shade is enough to weaken it. Keep your plants shaded and well-ventilated. 
• Use fresh soil to replant your plants at the earliest possible convenience. The longer they sit in their temporary transport containers the more stress you are causing them. If possible in the meantime keep them in an open-air and shaded area. Water your repotted plants once you have finished their planting.

We get it, we have also killed many a cactus in our years, but try these to feel like less of a failure and get your green thumb going. There are many low-maintenance options that are quite easy to care for.

Here are some simple plants that are forgiving:

• Snake plant
• Spider plant
• Plant lily
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• Succulents
• Cast iron plants
• Cactus of many types

So you’ve kept most alive, have you? Look at you pro gardener, try these plants if you think you are up for a challenge.

If you are trying to expand your exotic plant collection, here are some plants that can be quite demanding but very rewarding.

• Orchid lilies
• Exotic fruit trees
• Bonsai trees
• Tropical flowering plants
• Foreign moss
• Succulents
• Water lilies

• Plants improve your air quality by removing harmful pollutants and toxins from the air, such as benzene and formaldehyde. Breathe better thanks to your garden.
• Boost your wellness with plants. Improved mood and heightened emotional well-being have been reported thanks to having plants around. Indoor plants as well can help stop feelings of sadness, depression, and loneliness by providing a beautiful connection to nature.
• Help improve your productivity. Plants are shown to help reduce mental fatigue and improve concentration abilities, which leads to better performance overall. 
• Reduce your stress and anxiety levels. Plants are connected with calmness and tranquility, helping to alleviate anxiety and overall stress in your life. Go green or go home!
• Believe it or not, plants can be a beneficial part of the healing process. Research suggests having plants in healthcare facilities can aid in speeding up the healing process and reduce recovery time for the sick. Hospital rooms decorated with green plants have been found to connect with patients there experiencing less pain, anxiety, and stress levels.

Overall,  keeping plants around contributes to a healthier lifestyle by improving air quality, reducing stress, boosting energy levels, and providing many other physical and psychological benefits. Wherever possible, incorporating greenery into our surroundings has a positive impact on our well-being, so go plant crazy! When moving, be sure to take special care of your healthy friends.