Trader Joe’s is known and loved for offering quality products at low prices—and that doesn’t stop at the food aisles. It’s not uncommon for the grocer blow up on social media for providing the biggest bargains in their floral section, whether you’re looking for fresh blooms or uncommon plants: The store's selection of rare pink princess philodendron (on sale for under $10!) went viral in 2023. Now, they’re releasing their best tips for getting the most out of three of their popular plant varieties.
Potted hydrangeas, monsteras, and calla lilies are among the spring favorites available at Trader Joe’s this season. And not only did they publish a detailed blog post on how to care for each of these gorgeous plants, they even created an easy-to-follow floral arrangement tutorial so you can make them last.
First things first: When you purchase a Trader Joe’s potted plant, it usually comes in a decorative wrapper. Be sure to remove this as soon as you get home so that your plant doesn’t suffer from root rot. After that, drop your new plant into a sturdy pot or saucer.
For the hydrangeas, Trader Joe's recommends placing them in partial sunlight (outside if possible). Wherever you end up putting them, be sure to keep this plant nice and moist with consistent watering, typically every few days. You can also add a little more life to your outdoor garden this year by planting your hydrangeas there—but note that the pH of your garden soil can change the color of hydrangea flowers. If your soil is alkaline, the flowers will turn a medium pink. In acidic soil, they’ll keep their classic blue shade.
Contrastingly, keep your monsteras out of direct sunlight. You can put them them inside or outside, although the plant prefers warmth and humidity (a tropical environment), so don’t set them up on your porch unless your climate stays pleasant all season long. Trader Joe’s recommends watering about every 7 to 10 days. If the plant’s leaves turn yellow, you’re overwatering. If they start crisping up, your monstera needs more hydration.
Calla lilies can be planted outside for anyone in plant hardiness zones 8-10; otherwise, Trader Joe’s suggests keeping them indoors. These flowering plants can’t withstand temperatures under 60 degrees, so they need to stay warm. They also need consistently moist soil, but don’t overwater—according to Trader Joe's, you should be watering them 1 to 2 times a week depending on how quickly your soil dries out. The retailer also recommends checking that your calla lily drains properly, as they’re prone to overwatering and root rot.
Trader Joe's Spring Plant Arrangement
While it's more typical to buy flowers to make an arrangement, potted plants make a pretty option too—and they'll last you through summer (and potentially beyond).
Trader Joe’s is offering advice on using the blooms and leaves from each of these plants to create your very own spring arrangement. It’s a beautiful, unique way to design a bouquet you definitely won’t find anywhere else. The grocer recommends taking a few cuttings from your monstera and flowers from both the hydrangea and calla lily, arranging them with the monstera leaves on the outside and the calla lilies between the hydrangea blooms.
"When you think about it, a pretty, potted plant is like a gift that keeps on giving, whether that gift is for you, a friend, or the host of a spring soirée you’ll soon attend," Trader Joe's blog posts reads. "Instead of one round of beautiful blooms, you get several! Talk about a perennial value—think of all the flower arrangements in your future!"
Each of these three plants retails for right around $10. To purchase Trader Joe’s potted plants, head to a store near you. To save yourself a trip, you can also call ahead to your local Trader Joe’s to see what they have in stock.
For visuals on how Trader Joe’s created on their simple plant arrangement, visit their blog—you’ll also find the official care tips for each of their potted plants on the shelves this season.