Welcome to Sullivans Planters Shop! These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and services. By accessing our site and making a purchase, you agree to be bound by these terms. Please read them carefully.
1. User Responsibilities and Account Obligations
1.1 Account Creation
While you can browse our site without registration, creating an account is required to make purchases. You are responsible for:
- Providing accurate and complete information during registration
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Promptly updating your information if changes occur
1.2 Prohibited Activities
When using our website, you agree not to:
- Use the site for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of our website or systems
- Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
- Submit false or misleading information
- Use any automated systems, such as “robots” or “spiders” to access our site
2. Products and Services Description
2.1 Product Information
We take great care to ensure our product descriptions, images, and specifications are accurate. However, slight variations may occur, and we cannot guarantee that your computer monitor’s display of any color will be accurate.
2.2 Product Availability
All orders are subject to product availability. If an item is out of stock, we will notify you and either cancel the item from your order or discuss alternative options.
2.3 Gardening Expertise
While we provide gardening products and basic guidance, we are not responsible for the success or failure of your gardening projects. Plant growth depends on numerous factors beyond our control, including climate, soil conditions, and gardening practices.
Note on Live Plants: Our Indoor Plants and Garden Flowers are perishable items. Their health upon arrival depends on shipping conditions and time in transit, which we strive to minimize but cannot fully control.
3. Order and Payment Terms
3.1 Order Process
Placing an item in your cart does not reserve that item. Orders are only confirmed once payment is processed and you receive an order confirmation email.
3.2 Pricing
All prices are listed in US dollars. We reserve the right to change prices at any time without notice, but changes will not affect orders that have been confirmed.
3.3 Payment Methods
We accept the following payment methods:
- Visa
- MasterCard
- JCB
- PayPal
By providing payment information, you represent that you are authorized to use the payment method.
3.4 Order Acceptance
Your order constitutes an offer to purchase our products. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order for any reason, including but not limited to:
- Product availability
- Errors in product description or pricing
- Suspected fraudulent activity
- Shipping restrictions to your location
4. Shipping and Delivery
4.1 Shipping Areas
We ship globally, excluding Asia and select remote regions. If you are located in an area we cannot ship to, we will notify you and cancel your order.
4.2 Processing Time
Orders are processed within 1-2 business days after payment confirmation. Orders are not processed on weekends or holidays.
4.3 Shipping Methods
We offer two shipping options:
- Standard Shipping ($12.95): Shipped via DHL or FedEx, typically arriving within 10-15 business days after shipment
- Free Shipping: Available for orders over $50, shipped via EMS, typically arriving within 15-25 business days after shipment
4.4 Delivery
You will receive a shipping confirmation email with a tracking number once your order is dispatched. While we provide estimated delivery times, these are not guaranteed as delays may occur due to circumstances beyond our control, such as customs processing or weather events.
Important: Please inspect your package upon delivery. If there is visible damage to the exterior, note it with the delivery carrier before accepting. For concealed damage, contact us within 48 hours of delivery.
5. Returns, Refunds, and Exchanges
5.1 Return Policy
We accept returns and exchanges for most items within 15 days of delivery. To be eligible for return:
- Items must be unused and in their original packaging
- All original tags and labels must be attached
- You must have the original order confirmation
5.2 Non-Returnable Items
For health, safety, and product integrity reasons, we cannot accept returns on:
- Opened Grass Seed packages
- Opened Hydroponic Growing Media (clay pebbles, rockwool, etc.)
- All live plants (Indoor Plants & Garden Flowers)
- Cut or unrolled Landscape Fabric
5.3 Return Process
To initiate a return or exchange:
- Contact us within 15 days of delivery at [email protected] with “Return/Exchange Request” in the subject line
- Include your order number and reason for return
- We will provide a Returns Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number and instructions
- Ship the item to the provided address using a trackable method
5.4 Refunds
After we receive and inspect your return, we will process your refund within 3-5 business days. The refund will be issued to your original payment method. Please allow 5-10 additional business days for your bank to process the refund. Original shipping fees are non-refundable for returns based on change of mind.
5.5 Damaged or Incorrect Items
If your order arrives damaged, is defective, or if you received the wrong item, contact us immediately at [email protected]. We will cover return shipping costs and send a replacement or issue a full refund, including shipping charges.
6. Intellectual Property
6.1 Website Content
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Sullivans Planters Shop or our content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.
6.2 Use of Content
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, display, prepare derivative works based on, or otherwise use the content without our prior written consent.
6.3 Trademarks
“Sullivans Planters Shop” and our logo are trademarks of our company. You may not use these marks without our prior written permission.
7. Limitation of Liability
7.1 General Limitation
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sullivans Planters Shop shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from:
- Your use or inability to use our products or services
- Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers and/or any personal information stored therein
- Any interruption or cessation of transmission to or from our service
- Any bugs, viruses, Trojan horses, or the like that may be transmitted to or through our service
7.2 Maximum Liability
Our total cumulative liability to you for all claims arising from or related to these terms or your use of our website and products shall not exceed the amount you paid for the products that are the subject of the claim.
7.3 Product Use
You assume all responsibility and risk for the use of our products. While we strive to provide high-quality gardening supplies, we are not responsible for the success or failure of plants grown using our products, as many factors beyond our control affect plant growth.
8. Privacy and Data Protection
We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. Our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference, explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
9.1 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
9.2 Dispute Resolution
Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of our website shall be resolved through good-faith negotiations. If we cannot resolve the dispute informally, we agree to mediate before pursuing other remedies.
10. Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 1892 New York Avenue, PORTLAND, US 78374
