Generally, we discourage the movement of household plants on the moving van. However, if it is absolutely necessary that you move them, here are some guidelines that should be followed:

• Some house plants are susceptible to shock when moving.
• ​In Fahrenheit, temperatures below 35 or above 95 for more than an hour can kill many plants.
• ​Most house plants can survive for seven to 10 days without water with little harm, but they should be moist when placed in cartons.
• ​House plants can tolerate darkness for up to a week, if other conditions are favorable.
• ​When first exposing plants to light after prolonged darkness, do so gradually to avoid wilting and sun scald.
• ​For convenience and space saving, you can take cuttings of your favorite plant (if possible).
• ​Most cuttings can survive for several days if kept in a plastic bag containing damp vermiculite, peat moss or perlite.
• ​Most drivers will accept plants, if your move is not more than 150 miles and/or delivery is scheduled within 24 hours.
• ​If you are moving across state lines, it is your responsibility to check federal and state regulations for quarantines or other restrictions.
• ​Several states do require that plants be inspected and declared “pest free.”
• ​Some states have random vehicle checks, while others inspect all house plants at the border.
• ​You must arrange for inspection of your plants by an authorized state department of agriculture inspector.