The plant lover’s guide to buying indoor plants online

Gardening and taking care of indoor plants are some of the surprising activities that became popular when the global pandemic happened. Buying plants online and turning their attention to growing and nurturing them became a coping mechanism for many who endured isolation during lockdowns.

The indoor plants market reached a value of USD 17.93 billion in 202. Even when everything is going back to normal while the pandemic still lingers, indoor plants are increasingly becoming more in demand. It’s estimated to reach a value of USD 26.23 billion by 2029. 

Top reasons why indoor plants are popular

Plants, in general, have so many useful benefits— to boost our well-being, to make indoor and outdoor spaces beautiful and for food.

Here are the top two drivers why indoor plants continue to be popular: 

• Indoor plants are used as interior decoration
  Indoor plants, especially flowering plants, have interesting shapes, colours, leaf patterns and growing habits. They can be placed on the balcony, by the window, on your workstation, or anywhere where plant parents would like to make their space attractive.
• Health benefits linked to indoor gardening
  Indoor plants positively impact our mental and physical health. They help fight off stress and allergies. You don’t necessarily need to be outdoors to be able to connect with nature. Creating an indoor garden or hanging plants around your home helps build a relaxing atmosphere. 

Things to consider before buying plants online

Whether you’re new to buying indoor plants online or a plant parent who still enjoys shopping for plants on different websites, here are a few pro tips to guide you on your next purchase:

• Look for a trusted online seller
  There are a hundred plant nurseries and plant sellers online. Read reviews or ask your family and friends for recommendations on where to buy the best indoor plants in Sydney. As much as possible, look for a reputable online seller near your location. Support local small plant nurseries that are well-known to local communities. Spring Colours is a family-owned plant nursery that has built a reputation] for having the best selections of plants and landscaping services in Sydney and the surrounding areas.
• Research the plants that you’re interested to buy
  Once you already know the plants that you want to buy online, list down the plant specifications, care instructions, growing requirements and other information before clicking add to cart. The plant nursery’s photos may not be an accurate representation of the size plant. How tall or wide will it grow? Will you be ordering young cuttings, bare roots or a potted plant?
• Check the shipping information and return policy
  Read the shipment information and return policy thoroughly. Do you live near or far from the nursery plant where you’re ordering? What is the estimated shipping time and the arrival of your order? You may need to pay more if you opt for priority shipping. Furthermore, always check the condition of the return policy. Lastly, make sure that you’re at home or that someone will receive the delivery once your indoor plant order arrives.

Things you need to do when your plant arrives

• Repot the plant if necessary
  Carefully remove the plant from the packaging or box. Inspect for damages but also expect that it’s normal for plants to lose a few leaves during shipping. Have a pot and soil ready if you’ve ordered a plant without a proper container.
• Keep the plants in quarantine for 1-2 weeks
  If you’ve ordered different kinds of plants, separate them for at least 1-2 weeks. This is to make sure that the new plants don’t have any fungus or insects that may infect the other plants.
• Document your plant’s growth
  Take a before and after photo of your indoor plants. This will help you monitor your indoor plant’s growth progress and identify the problems that you may encounter as you take care of them.
• Water them regularly
  Check how much water they need. Use a moisture metre to help you with watering schedules. Avoid overwatering the plants or moving them in direct sunlight or dark spaces. Also, don’t put any fertiliser if it isn’t necessary. Follow the instructions and learn more about taking care of plants through blogs or videos to help you with growing your indoor plants successfully.

Spring Colours is a plant nursery located in Sydney’s Dural neighbourhood. With over 30 years of experience in garden landscaping and delivering high-quality plants to plant lovers at great prices, we are committed to making the world a greener place and adding new life to your home and garden.

Contact us to find out about our wholesale service delivery or visit our store in Dural to browse our collection of plants!