Moving Large Houseplants in Freezing Weather: Wrap, Heat, Protect

Transporting Tropical Plants in Minneapolis Winter

Dave moves a business 2 miles in icy temps with large Schefflera and unidentified tree (likely Ficus).

Procedure

1. Wrap pots in trash bags, twist-tie at top to contain soil.
2. Lay plants down in a heated van/minivan.
3. Wrap tops with garbage bags or bed sheets for transit to/from vehicle.
4. Ficus and Schefflera are tropical—zero cold exposure.

Not a good time to move plants, but with a warm vehicle and full wrapping, they can survive.