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Pros & cons of buying plants online

by Evelyn Forston 03/10/2025

Buying plants online can be a fun and convenient way to add to your garden or houseplant collection. However, there are also some disadvantages to consider. If you're interested in buying plants online, here are some basic pros and cons to be aware of:

Pros

Wider selection

Certain areas of the world have a much higher concentration of rare and beautiful plants. While you might not have many local opportunities to purchase from a wide selection of plants, buying plants online offers you a world of possibilities. You can find some more common options at better prices, and more exotic and uncommon varieties not sold nearby.

Order from experts

There are myriad options for online plant sellers who are experts in their field. If you are interested in a particular type of plant, like begonias or aroids, you can easily find the best possible selection sold by professionals who know every detail about the product. Smaller nurseries and retailers who specialize in certain plants are much easier to connect with, learn from and buy from when shopping online.

Cons

Every plant is unique

One of the joys of plant shopping is choosing the perfect plant from among the group. Each plant is a bit different, and even when cultivated and grown to exact specifications, the plant you order online will never exactly match what you might find on the website. Buying plants online has a necessary element of surprise, which can be fun—or frustrating, especially if you value the ability to find the perfect specimen.

Travel damage is common

Unfortunately, even the most carefully packed and shipped plants can sustain damage in transit. When ordering online from a seller far away, you always run the risk of receiving a plant that's been stressed or damaged by the journey. While most plants bounce back and adjust to their new homes within a few weeks, some more delicate varieties are more susceptible to harm on the way to your door.

Buying plants online can be a fun and rewarding experience. However, it's important to understand the inherent risks and downsides. Keep these tips in mind when shopping for plants online.

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Evelyn Forston

Hi, I'm Evelyn Forston and I'd love to assist you! Life is full of transitions… it changes, and we change with it. Whether it’s coming together with another person to spend your life together, loved ones moving on or moving in, I’m here to help you! I understand it. From picking out my favorite items to keep, to filling a home with furniture, I know what it’s like. I’ve done it and I understand it. I know what it’s like to buy your first home by yourself, to sell your home, to move to a bigger home and build a life with someone. If you’re ready to downsize and move to an apartment or smaller home, I’m here to help! I've done that as well! If you want a home that is your sanctuary or a lively home teaming with activity, my goal is to help you satisfy your functional, financial and aesthetic needs in a home. I’m here for you, from your first home to forever home!

Additionally, I love aiding my clients in buying/selling/leasing commercial property. Reach out to me if you need a professional to assist you!

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