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Keeping house plants alive while you travel, and notes for nurseries.
For nurseries
Why we photograph every plant
Owners like seeing their plants while they're away. The bigger reason is that photos settle arguments before they start.
Wed, Oct 21, 2026
For nurseries
Plant boarding: winter income for garden centres
How nurseries in Metro Vancouver can earn from greenhouse space in the quiet months by looking after house plants while their owners travel.
Wed, Oct 21, 2026
For plant owners
Getting your plants ready for a nursery stay
Five minutes the day before drop-off saves a lot of hassle at the counter. Mostly it's about bugs.
Tue, Oct 20, 2026
For plant owners
Snowbirds: what to do with your house plants all winter
Away from Metro Vancouver for months? Why the usual fixes fail on long trips, and how a winter in a greenhouse works.
Sun, Oct 18, 2026
For plant owners
How long can house plants go without water?
A rough guide by plant type, and what to do when your trip is longer than your plants can manage.
Thu, Oct 15, 2026