I am moving across country and have many houseplants. What is a good way to pack them for a 3 day trip?

Should I keep them in their pots? Or is there an easier way?Also, some of the plants are large and fragile drooping varieties (orchid cactus). How can I pack those without breaking off the segments? Should the plants be watered right before moving or will the lack of sun put them at risk for rot?

I am moving across country and have many houseplants. What is a good way to pack them for a 3 day trip?
I am a daughter of a business that ran for over fifty years and its right up my alley.


My business is Hubbard's Westside Gardens (Plants)


Moving huh? Here is what you do pertaining to the watering concern of yours. : Watering purposes use ice cubes they 'll do just the job you need to keep them watered on a timed schedule. And your time of worry also is lowered.


As far as packing and transporting the orchid cactus(zygo cactus) they are just lovely aren't they? They are also easy to prepare for traveling. Here is that: Use packing paper or newspaper...wrap around the container either tape or use hot glue to secure paper raising and securing the plant completely. Also add ice. If some branches break off don't sweat it .....transplant it when you get to your destination.


One more thought: You have plant hangers macrame hangers you can always attach to the inside of the truck/van up top on the inside and let them swing freely depending on how much you have in your vehicle. Hope this helps you and travel safely. From northern california Chico.


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Reply:When I moved from Texas To Florida I had to rent a u haul...I Packed all of my plants at the very back of the truck to where they were right there when you opened the door..It took me 3 days from Central Texas to the Florida keys and when I stopped and rested I checked the water and if watering was needed I kept a large spray bottle of water and watered them..this way they werent excessivly watered and it drained out getting on my other belongings..I opened the back door for some sunlight as I could..sometimes just 20 minutes or so at rest stops..as I got refreshments, and used the facilities as my needs demanded...If you stay at a hotel during any daylight hours..back the truck up near your motel window and open up the door to receive more sunlight..You have to load the truck properly so items do not shift and fall on the plants..I made A barrier from some old plywood seperating furniture/belongings/plants so not to damage any..I didn't lose any at all..but I did lose a few branches etc..You also need to open the door at some agfriculture check points to let the officers see what you have and all..coming to florida I had to do this..and fill out a simple form about where the plants were going, would they be planted in the ground,stay in pots etc...The4 officers really appreciated the visual access of the plants versus me unloading items for them to see what I had
Reply:What region of the country will you be driving through?


And what type of vehicle will you be using?





I've moved across country 3 times and sadly I just sold or gave my plants away. I didn't want to risk killing them, so I made sure they went to good homes and just started over with my plant collection when I got settled again.

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