I Moved 80+ Plants Across the Country: Here's What I Learned

I don’t know how I survived moving all 80 of my houseplants across 1500 miles from New York to South Florida with my husband and our parakeet in our rented minivan. It was quite an adventure, and I learned so much along the way. Despite all the chaos, I only lost two and a half plants, which is an achievement! My husband got an amazing job opportunity. I am fully digital with my business. We wanted to move closer to family. So we decided to go for it!In this episode, we learn:[01:18] Why moving with houseplants is challenging[04:05] How does mindset influence the moving process?[05:51] Moving preparations and logistics![08:20] Why minivans are a must for your plants![09:53] What is the best way to pack your plants?[15:17] Bring a touch of home to your new space with a soothing Wind River Chime![16:44] Learn how to create stunning bouquets with Lisa Ziegler’s Cut Flower Handbook![18:26] What was the three-day road trip like?[22:39] Unpacking plants and settling into our new home![23:02] How did the first 10 days go for our plants?[25:17] Simplify your move and your gardening with Crescent Garden TrueDrop self-watering planters[27:22] Adjusting to our new Florida home![29:35] How we lost 2 plants during our move :([31:26] How transplant shock is affecting meMentioned in our conversation:Growing Joy Ep 217: I killed a bunch of plants this year, here's what happened: How to Do a Growing Joy Ep 61: How to Move with PlantsPlant AuditEnterprise minivansU-HaulLockable Storage Tote FootlockerPAR MeterHygrometersSoltech Aspect™ LED GrowlightFor a complete rundown of my New York to Florida move,check out the full show notes and blog here!Thank you to our episode sponsors:Wind River ChimesVisit windriverchimes.com and use code GROWINGJOY to receive free engraving on your chosen wind chimes.Quarto: The Cut Flower Handbook by Lisa M ZieglerPick up The Cut Flower Handbook at your favorite local bookstore, quarto.com, bookshop.org, Barnes & Noble or amazon.com.Crescent GardenFor a limited time only, head to growingjoywithmaria.com/crescentgarden and use code GROWJOY15 to curate your dream garden today.Follow Maria and Growing Joy:Order my book: Growing Joy: The Plant Lover's Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants) by Maria Failla, Illustrated by Samantha LeungJoin the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Community Platform & App AKA the plantiest and kindest corner of the internet! Get your FREE 2-week trial here!Take the Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle)Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon!Instagram: @growingjoywithmariaTiktok: @growingjoywithmariaSubscribe to the Growing Joy Youtube channel! /growingjoywithmariaWebsite: www.growingjoywithmaria.comPinterest: @growingjoywithmariaOur Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/PLANTS* Check out Manukora: manukora.com/BLOOM* Check out Outdoor Electronics: www.google.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands