Date: 18 Aug 2023
Does Size Matter?
TopTropicals plants vs other mail order plants
Q: I purchased various plants via mail order
(including a Coffee tree and some flowering vines) from companies *** and ***,
but they did not survive, possibly due to their small size and the stress of
shipping. Could you provide information about the size of your plants, their
resilience to shipping stress and the time required for establishment?
A: Plants, as living beings, may experience
stress during a few days of travel in a dark box. However, the critical factor
influencing their survival is the plant's size. Most of our plants are grown in
pots ranging from 1 to 3 gallons, have established root systems and developed
branches. Some even feature flowers and fruit, although these may drop
during transit. We've included images comparing our 1 gallon size plants with
those from other mail-order firms we previously obtained for our own
collection.
Understanding that post-shipping plant establishment is a gradual
process is crucial. Yet, most plants handle shipping well and commence new growth
within days to a couple of weeks post-arrival. Here are some success
pointers:
1) Opt for a container matching the root ball size, avoiding excessive
sizing until growth initiates.
2) Begin in a shaded area, progressively transitioning to brighter
spots.
3) Apply
Sunsine Epi spray to lessen stress and enhance vitality.
4) Initiate fertilization once the plant displays fresh growth.
For more information on how to establish mail order plants, simply download
our Plant Care Guide.
A: Plants, as living beings, may experience stress during a few days of travel in a dark box. However, the critical factor influencing their survival is the plant's size. Most of our plants are grown in pots ranging from 1 to 3 gallons, have established root systems and developed branches. Some even feature flowers and fruit, although these may drop during transit. We've included images comparing our 1 gallon size plants with those from other mail-order firms we previously obtained for our own collection.
Understanding that post-shipping plant establishment is a gradual process is crucial. Yet, most plants handle shipping well and commence new growth within days to a couple of weeks post-arrival. Here are some success pointers:
1) Opt for a container matching the root ball size, avoiding excessive
sizing until growth initiates.
2) Begin in a shaded area, progressively transitioning to brighter
spots.
3) Apply
Sunsine Epi spray to lessen stress and enhance vitality.
4) Initiate fertilization once the plant displays fresh growth.
For more information on how to establish mail order plants, simply download our Plant Care Guide.
