Things to consider before relocating your Pot Plants
When it comes to moving your household goods, shipping containers provide a safe, reliable, and efficient way to transport your belongings across New Zealand. However, while these containers are excellent for most items, there’s one thing you should avoid packing in them – your precious pot plants.
Here’s why relocating pot plants in a container might not be the best idea:
1. Lack of Light
Shipping containers, by design, are dark and windowless.
Any extended period without light is far from ideal for keeping your plants healthy and vibrant. Without light, they will start to weaken, droop, or even die.
2. No Access to Water
Plants need regular watering, and the journey in a shipping container can leave them without the moisture they need for days. Without the ability to water them during transit, your plants will suffer from dehydration.
3. Risk of Soil Spill or Mess
While shipping containers are generally secure, there’s always the possibility that pot plants may shift slightly during transit. If this happens, soil could spill out, creating a mess that may affect your other belongings.
4. Temperature and Humidity Fluctuations
Containers can experience temperature extremes during transit, especially when exposed to harsh sunlight or cold conditions. Pot plants are sensitive to these fluctuations, and exposure to such varying climates could stress or damage them.
5. Potential Damage to Other Goods
If your plants aren’t properly secured, they could get knocked over or cause moisture from their pots to seep into nearby belongings, potentially damaging furniture, electronics, and other valuables.
The safest option for your pot plants is to transport them separately. If possible, consider transporting them in your own vehicle.
While shipping containers are great for most of your household items, pot plants require a bit more care to ensure they arrive at your new home healthy and happy. Keep them in the light, water them regularly, and secure them for the safest move.