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The Perfect Plant Gift for Delivery

“I have a friend that lives across the country and her bday is quickly approaching. What plant would travel well and arrive looking amazing?” —Steve, Boston

From flawlessly introducing a trendy plant to tackling windowless room woes, our plant specialist Chrissy will set you up with the perfect plant pick.

“I want to get my friend a plant for her birthday next week, but she lives across the country. What plant would travel well and wow her when she opens it?” —Steve, Boston

We know that you may be a bit hesitant about ordering plants and having them shipped a long distance, but rest assured that these resilient greens can handle even the most complicated of transit mishaps.

There’s a variety of hardy choices, but it’s the Pilea that we’re recommending this time around — for more than its reputation of arriving looking as happy as ever. Beyond showing up to your friend’s door with all of those coin-shaped leaves intact, this plant comes along with some extra friendship importance.

Because the cuttings of this plant are able to root so quickly, it’s very common to give these clippings away to others to spread those positive Pilea vibes.

When in bright indirect light or dappled sun, this will grow in the most stunning of ways. This is also pet-friendly, so no need to worry about the recipient having any furry friends.

Have a question? Email me at info@thesill.com!

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