Plant vs Human Pt 12: Transplant Shock
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Plant vs Human: Transplant Shock from Moving
Part 12: Transplant shock is real and can cause major heartache for plant parents.
Transplant shock is when a plant becomes stressed after a move to a new environment, and this includes either a repotting into a new pot or a physical move to a new location 😭
Some plants handle change better than others (like the ficus family) tend to struggle. Oftentimes ficus will drop all of their leaves in protest.
Back in NYC when I moved my Fiddle Leaf Fig from one room to the next (they shared the same exact window and exposure, it refused to grow for nearly six months 😑
The key to dealing with transplant shock is not to panic and do anything drastic, and here are three tips to help your plants acclimate to the new environment:
Stay Consistent 💪
Assuming your new plant is in similar lighting, temp and humidity conditions, don’t alter your routine much. Yes, the plant may yellow here and there and not look happy, but patience is key. After a few weeks, your plant will likely bounce back
Avoid Disturbing the Roots 😳
Disturbing the root system is stressful enough, so I’d recommend avoiding repotting until a few months after a move. The temptation may be high to give your plant a new pot that fits your new space, but that compounded stress will likely be too much to handle.
Adjust the Ecosystem 🌍
Let’s face it, your new home will not provide the exact same conditions as your old home. Remember, your plants have adapted to grow in that old environment for quite a while, so do your best to mimic it if you can. Adding grow lights and humidifiers can give your plants a boost
Have your plants ever experienced transplant shock?
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