Tips for Moving Houseplants

Are you moving to a new home? Here are a few things you should know about moving your houseplants:

1. If you wish to move a plant to another state, you should contact that state's department of agriculture. They may have restrictions about bringing plants into the state. These regulations were set in place to prevent the introduction of insects and pests that may spread to farm crops and destroy them.

2. Protect plants from heat, cold and sunlight by wrapping them in kraft paper.

3. Place wrapped plants in cardboard boxes. Leave the tops open. Stabilize the plants by stuffing newsprint around them.

4. Place the plants in the backseat of a car - never in the trunk of the car.

5. Unwrap and water the plants as soon as possible when you get to your new home.