How to Transport Tropical Plants
The transportation of tropical plants can be a challenge when you are moving to a new home. There are procedures and process that make the task easier, but the key thing is handling them with care. You should also complete the job as quickly as possible.
- Verify it is legal to move the plant to your home. Some tropical plants are not permitted into certain countries. If you are transporting your tropical plant from another country to the United States you will need to contact customs to make sure the particular type you have is allowed into the country.
- Consult with a mover. Most moving companies do not move plants due to their fragile nature, but some may move them for an extra fee or waiver.
- Pack your tropical plants securely. It is best to put them in a box packed with bubble wrap. Put enough bubble wrap in the box so that the plant does not move. If you have more than one plant then you should use one box for each plant.
- Place box is a safe location. It would not be wise to move the box in the back of a truck or anywhere that it could in which it could slide around. Place it in a car or strap it down on the back of a truck.
- Unpack your tropical plants immediately. The tropical plants should be unpacked as soon as you arrive at the new location. They should be watered and fed as soon as possible to ensure their health.