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    Relocating in LA – how to make sure your plants will make it

    By Bailey N. | After the move | 0 comment | 13 November, 2020 | 0

    Relocating in LA is exciting for many people. But, moving plants might be a dilemma and a tiresome task. Especially if you don’t know how to make sure your plants will make it.

    Moving plants is a complex process that demands proper planning. You’ve invested time and money in your garden and now you’re wondering how to move garden plants to your new home. So, here are some tips that you can use to relocate plants safely, without killing them.

    Choose the right season when relocating in LA

    Before you start looking for movers on sites like goodneighborsmoving.com to help you relocate, consider the season. Cooler temperatures are the best for moving plants. So, when relocating in LA, plan your move for the early spring or late fall. The temperature must stay consistent in the vehicle that is transporting the plants. Plants can’t get too cold or hot.  

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    Choose the right season for relocating in LA with plants.

    Hire movers when relocating in LA

    When you’re relocating, and you want to make sure your plants will make it’s advisable to hire movers. Look for movers that are willing to relocate your plants without causing damage to the garden. You should know that moving companies offer a variety of options. So, do some research before choosing the best movers in your area. 

    Also, if it’s possible, visit their warehouse to check out if they have the necessary equipment for moving plants. Movers trucks must be properly equipped for your needs. So, it needs to be weather-proofed with adequate ventilation.

    Prune your plants

    Prune large leafy plants, like house ferns, before relocating. Also, in the future, they will grow back, looking much healthier. Still, succulents are an exception because you need to ensure that they don’t have plant diseases before relocating them. Try using natural remedies to treat and eliminate fungus, mites, and illnesses to ensure the best protection of plants when moving.

    Hydrate plants before relocating in LA

    Since plants are one of the 5 hacks to improve your living space, you want to make sure they survive the moving. One of the ways to achieve this is to water them properly. So, hydrate plants the night before attempting to transport them. Also, you should water plants well during the move to prevent drying out. And, don’t forget to soak plants with bare roots in water for about two to three hours before replanting. These plants are daylilies, shrubs, fruit trees, hosta, and prairie onion.

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    Water your plants well before moving.

    Packing plants

    There are several ways to ensure that when moving day arrives, your plants are ready to transport. 

    • You need to remove excess water.
    • Pack your plants into boxes securely.
    • Use packing material to ensure plants won’t shift in boxes during the transport.
    • Pack every plant according to its individual needs.
    • Don’t suffocate plants with plastic.

    After arriving in your new home, unpack plants before anything else. The sooner you take them out of their unsustainable moving conditions, the better. They require controlled environments. Therefore, getting them to your new home as soon as you can is necessary. Then, make sure you properly repot or replant your plants and ensure the right lighting.

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