{"id":42458,"date":"2023-05-05T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-05T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/?p=42458"},"modified":"2023-05-05T07:43:31","modified_gmt":"2023-05-05T12:43:31","slug":"how-to-ship-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/how-to-ship-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Ship Plants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pe.usps.com\/text\/pub52\/pub52c5_012.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shipping plants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it can be hard to stay rooted. While shipping larger and smaller plants can present their own unique challenges, we\u2019re here to weed out as much confusing information and cultivate as many amusing plant-related puns as possible. Understanding the shipping materials needed, confirming your plants are shippable, and learning about the requirements and restrictions from USPS, UPS, and FedEx is crucial in getting your plants to their new homes without damage. Let\u2019s dig into the wonderful world of shipping plants!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Table of Contents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#box\">What is a Corrugated Box?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#plant\">Is Your Plant Shippable?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#usps\">Shipping Plants with USPS<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#ups\">Shipping Plants with UPS <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#fedex\">Shipping Plants with FedEx<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#con\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The packing materials needed will depend on the type of plant being shipped, but here are some items we recommend having on hand:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"561\" src=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Materials-Needed.jpg\" alt=\"We recommend having several shipping supplies on hand when shipping plants including corrugated boxes, scissors, and Kraft paper. \" class=\"wp-image-42459\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Materials-Needed.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Materials-Needed-300x110.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Materials-Needed-1024x374.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Materials-Needed-768x281.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"box\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a Corrugated Box?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corrugated.org\/corrugated-packaging\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corrugated boxes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are made up of multiple layers, which provide them with more support than regular cardboard boxes. This extra support makes it an ideal pick for shipping more fragile items like food and plants. Corrugated boxes are also sustainable. In fact, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.corrugated.org\/renewable\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">96%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are made from organizations such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/forests.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sustainable Forestry Initiative\u24c7<\/a>, which is committed to sustainable forestry practices.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Between their sturdy composition and the environmental benefits, corrugated boxes are a great shipping supply to utilize when shipping your plants to their new homes.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-42460\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"997\" height=\"936\" src=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed.jpg\" alt=\"This FedEx diagram illustrates the parts of a corrugated box. \" class=\"wp-image-42460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed.jpg 997w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-300x282.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-768x721.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 997px) 100vw, 997px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/how-to-ship-flowers-and-plants.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fedex<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h6>Learn more about the environmental benefits of Corrugated Boxes with our Sustainability for Small Business <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/sustainability-for-small-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> blog<\/a>!<\/h6>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"plant\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Your Plant Shippable?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the biggest challenges when it comes to shipping plants is locating <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">state-specific restrictions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These regulations do differ from state to state, so it\u2019s extremely important to follow these guidelines. The National Plant Board or NPB <abbr> has a <\/abbr><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalplantboard.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">database <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dedicated to each state\u2019s restrictions from The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Plant Protection and Quarantine Program, or USDA APHIS PPQ <abbr>.&nbsp;<\/abbr><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1435\" height=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Screen-Recording-2022-01-19-at-08.51.07-AM.gif\" alt=\"The National Plant Board has a database for finding state plant shipping restrictions.\" class=\"wp-image-42461\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This database provides you with downloadable PDFs you can use as a reference during your shipping process. The NPB also recommends reaching out to your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State Plant Regulatory Official<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for more information regarding plant shipping restrictions to avoid delays, confiscations, and\/or potential fines.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"usps\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shipping Plants with USPS <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/how-to-ship-food-with-usps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shipping food,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> USPS has recommendations and guidelines for shipping plants. For example, plants must have specific external labeling, and incorrectly labeling your shipment can also leave you subject to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pe.usps.com\/text\/pub52\/pub52c5_013.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fines<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. According to USPS\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/about.usps.com\/publications\/pub14.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, plants must be labeled as follows:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exact nature of the contents, along with the names and addresses of the mailer and the addressee, must be marked on or affixed to the outside of any package, using a material or method that is not water-soluble and that cannot be easily rubbed off or smeared.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to remember that your plants may not travel by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.stamps.com\/2017\/06\/09\/what-is-air-mail\/#:~:text=Generally%2C%20Priority%20Mail%2C%20Priority%20Mail,destination%20is%20within%20driving%20distance.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">air<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, depending on the service selected and where your package is headed compared to where it\u2019s being shipped from, or the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/postcalc.usps.com\/domesticzonechart\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">zone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If they travel by ground, there\u2019s a chance your plants could shift around in transit. For more tips and tricks, check out this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=pcR2loO4Tfc&amp;feature=youtu.be\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">video<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on how to secure your plants during their travels so they arrive safely.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with shipping other specialty items, we recommend reaching out to USPS <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usps.com\/help\/contact-us.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">directly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with any additional questions to avoid any penalties.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"746\" src=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-1.jpg\" alt=\"USPS recommends reaching out to them directly with any additional questions regarding shipping plants. \" class=\"wp-image-42462\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-1.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-1-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-1-1024x497.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-1-768x373.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h6>Learn How to Ship Food with USPS with our <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/how-to-ship-food-with-usps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> blog<\/a>!<\/h6>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ups\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shipping Plants with UPS <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of UPS\u2019s restrictions states that <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ups.com\/us\/en\/support\/shipping-support\/shipping-special-care-regulated-items\/prohibited-items\/plants-and-animals.page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shipping endangered plant life<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is barred. In addition to the prohibited live animals list provided, any live animal or plant that is an endangered species is prohibited by UPS and won\u2019t be accepted for transportation. You\u2019ll need to refer to the most current publicized list posted on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fws.gov\/program\/endangered-species\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before shipping. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1433\" height=\"785\" src=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Screen-Recording-2022-01-19-at-01.04.36-PM.gif\" alt=\"U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Web database provides additional information on what plants are endangered by state.\" class=\"wp-image-42463\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When shipping plants with UPS, it\u2019s important to consider the transit time of your service. UPS services such as UPS Next Day Air<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ae<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and UPS Next Day Air Saver<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ae<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> restored their<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ups.com\/us\/en\/support\/shipping-support\/legal-terms-conditions\/ups-service-guarantee.page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Service Guarantees<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> meaning your shipments will be delivered within the timeframes of the service. With live plants, this can be highly beneficial, as you have a better idea of how long they\u2019ll be in transit. This way, you will be able to<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/blog\/improve-email-marketing-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> let your customer know<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which steps should be taken upon their plant\u2019s arrival, and you\u2019ll be able to have a better understanding of how your plant should be packed. If your shipments aren\u2019t delivered within the provided timeframe, you may also be eligible for a<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4407179956507-File-a-UPS-One-Balance-Insurance-Claim-How-To\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">refund<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-2-1024x497.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-43145\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-2-1024x497.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-2-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-2-768x373.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-2.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fedex\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shipping Plants with FedEx <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike UPS, FedEx provides extensive information when it comes to shipping plants and even shows different varieties of plants in their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/how-to-ship-flowers-and-plants.html#1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Ship Flowers and Plants guide<\/a>. With the help of FedEx\u2019s guide, we\u2019ve included more directions below to illustrate how to ship plants:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-42465\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-1.jpg\" alt=\"Corrugated boxes and dividers are essential when shipping plants to avoid damages. \" class=\"wp-image-42465\" width=\"-84\" height=\"-59\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-1.jpg 840w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-1-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-1-768x540.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-1-38x28.jpg 38w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/how-to-ship-flowers-and-plants.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FedEx<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-package-plants-for-shippingnbsp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Package Plants for Shipping <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since plants are fragile cargo, it\u2019s important to make sure they don\u2019t shift in transit. This is why corrugated boxes and dividers are essential. If you aren\u2019t using a corrugated divider, we recommend filling any empty spaces with paper or other packing materials to avoid your plant moving around in its package.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"preparing-your-shipmentnbsp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparing Your Shipment <\/span><\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-42466\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1104\" height=\"738\" src=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-2.jpg\" alt=\"Confirm all opening on your package are sealed with tape.\" class=\"wp-image-42466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-2.jpg 1104w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-2-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-2-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-2-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1104px) 100vw, 1104px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/how-to-ship-flowers-and-plants.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FedEx<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can see in the diagram above, the H tape method helps to completely seal your shipment and avoid the risk of damages. It\u2019s important to double-check that all openings have been taped shut as well.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Service-wise, FedEx recommends using one of their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/overnight.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">overnight services<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure your plants safely arrive at their destination. To help streamline this process, you can integrate your FedEx account into your ShippingEasy One Balance and Carriers and print the labels for these services. Using <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/support.shippingeasy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/4407026869403-FedEx-with-ShippingEasy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FedEx with ShippingEasy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allows you to wait to package your plant until you\u2019re ready to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/drop-off-package.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drop it off<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or have it <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/schedule-manage-pickups.html#recurring\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">picked up<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1427\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/unnamed-2.gif\" alt=\"FedEx accounts can be integrated into ShippingEasy for use.\" class=\"wp-image-42467\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><br><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One big thing to note is that according to their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fedex.com\/en-us\/shipping\/how-to-ship-flowers-and-plants.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">website<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, FedEx recommends contacting them directly with any questions you may have.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"con\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shipping plants doesn\u2019t have to leave you feeling watered down. Having certain shipping supplies like corrugated boxes handy will help your plants arrive safely, and knowing the restrictions and guidelines of USPS, UPS, and FedEx will save you time and potentially money. Leaf those worries of shipping plants behind, and follow our guide!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"746\" src=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-3.jpg\" alt=\"Shipping plants can be thorny, so let ShippingEasy help!\" class=\"wp-image-42468\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-3.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-3-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-3-1024x497.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Easy-Graphics-How-to-Ship-Plants-Body-Graphic-3-768x373.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h6>Looking for more advice on shipping plants? Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/shippingeasy.com\/case-studies\/grounded-plants-doubles-output-while-using-shippingeasy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> case study with ShippingEasy user Grounded Plants<\/a>!<\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learning about the requirements and restrictions from USPS, UPS, and FedEx is crucial in getting your plants to their new homes without damage. 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