Last Updated: November 2023

1. Introduction & Acceptance of Terms

Welcome, plant lover! By accessing and using the Cute Farms Shop website (succulentecoshop.com), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website or services.

Our mission is to bring the joy of mini-gardens to your home while maintaining transparency and fairness in all our interactions. These terms are designed to protect both you as our valued customer and our small business.

2. User Responsibilities & Account Obligations

Your Responsibilities:

  • You must be at least 18 years old to make purchases on our website.
  • You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and checkout.
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
  • You agree not to use our website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
  • You acknowledge that our products are intended for personal, non-commercial use unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Account Security:

You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. Please notify us immediately at [email protected] if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.

3. Products & Services Description

Our Green Offerings:

  • Living Plants: Air Plants, Succulent Plants, and other live flora are perishable products that require proper care upon arrival.
  • Terrarium Components: Glass containers, hangers, decorative moss, miniatures, and terrarium decor items.
  • Plant Care Products: Organic plant food, slow-release plant food, and plant care kits.
  • Complete Kits: Terrarium kits and terrarium kits with glass that include everything needed to create your mini-garden.

Important Plant Note: Living plants are natural products that may vary slightly in size, color, and shape from website images. Each plant is unique, and these variations are part of their natural beauty. We carefully select each plant, but as living organisms, they may continue to grow and change after delivery.

Product Availability:

All products are subject to availability. We reserve the right to limit quantities and discontinue products at any time. If a product becomes unavailable after you place an order, we will notify you promptly and offer alternatives or a full refund.

4. Orders & Payment Terms

Order Process:

  1. Order Placement: When you place an order, you are making an offer to purchase which we may accept or decline at our discretion.
  2. Order Confirmation: You will receive an email confirmation once your order is successfully placed.
  3. Order Processing: We lovingly prepare all orders within 1-2 business days after payment confirmation.
  4. Order Changes/Cancellations: You may request order changes or cancellations within 12 hours of placement by contacting us at [email protected]. We cannot guarantee changes after this period as we begin preparing your order promptly.

Payment Information:

  • Accepted Methods: We accept Visa, MasterCard, JCB, and PayPal.
  • Payment Security: All payments are processed through secure, encrypted channels. We do not store your complete payment card information on our servers.
  • Pricing: All prices are in US dollars. We reserve the right to adjust prices at any time, but price changes will not affect confirmed orders.
  • Sales Tax: Applicable sales tax will be added to orders shipped to California addresses.

5. Shipping & Delivery

Shipping Areas:

We ship from our nursery in Eureka, California to plant enthusiasts across the globe, excluding some remote regions and parts of Asia due to shipping restrictions. If you are unsure whether we ship to your location, please contact us before ordering.

Shipping Options:

  • Standard Shipping: $12.95 flat fee via DHL or FedEx. Delivery typically within 10-15 business days after dispatch.
  • Free Shipping: Available for orders over $50 via EMS. Delivery typically within 15-25 business days after dispatch.

Delivery Responsibilities:

Once your order is handed to the shipping carrier, the risk of loss or damage transfers to you. Please ensure your shipping address is correctโ€”we cannot be responsible for orders shipped to incorrect addresses provided by customers. If your package shows as delivered but you haven’t received it, please contact your local post office or carrier first, then contact us for assistance.

6. Returns, Exchanges & Refunds

Our Happiness Guarantee:

We want you to be completely happy with your purchase. Please refer to our detailed Returns & Exchanges Policy for complete information, with key points summarized below:

Returnable Items (within 15 days of receipt):

  • Terrarium Kits & Supplies (unused and in original packaging)
  • Glass containers, Hangers, and Terrarium Decor
  • Plant Care Kits (unopened)
  • Organic Plant Food & Slow-Release Plant Food (unopened)
  • Decorative Moss and Miniatures

Non-Returnable Items:

  • All Living Plants (Air Plants, Succulent Plants, Succulents, and individual Plants)
  • Opened or used consumables (Plant Food, Organic Plant Food, Slow-Release Plant Food)
  • Personalized or custom items
  • Items damaged due to improper care or handling after delivery

Living Plant Care: If your living plant arrives damaged or in poor health, please contact us immediately at [email protected] with photos within 48 hours of delivery. We care deeply about our plants and will make it right!

Refund Processing:

Refunds are processed within 5-10 business days after we receive your return. The refund will be issued to your original payment method. Original shipping costs are non-refundable unless the return is due to our error.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and product descriptions, is the property of Cute Farms Shop or our content suppliers and is protected by international copyright and intellectual property laws.

You May:

  • Use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes
  • Share our content via social media with proper attribution

You May Not:

  • Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, or exploit any portion of our website without express written permission
  • Use our product images or descriptions on other websites or for commercial purposes
  • Use any automated systems to extract data from our website

8. Limitation of Liability

Cute Farms Shop and our team will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, punitive, or consequential damages arising from:

  • Your use or inability to use our website or services
  • Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
  • Any third-party conduct on our website
  • Any products purchased through our website, beyond the remedies explicitly provided in our return policy

Important Note on Living Products: While we take utmost care in packaging and shipping our living plants, they are perishable natural products. Our liability for living plants is limited to the remedies described in our Returns & Exchanges Policy (primarily addressing plants that arrive damaged or in poor health). We cannot guarantee long-term survival as this depends on post-delivery care and environmental conditions.

Our maximum liability to you for any claim related to your use of our website or purchase of products shall not exceed the total amount you paid for the specific product giving rise to the claim.

9. Privacy & Data Protection

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data. By using our website, you consent to our collection and use of information as described in that policy.

10. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms and Conditions periodically to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when revisions were last made. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

11. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Humboldt County, California.

We encourage you to contact us directly at [email protected] with any concerns before pursuing formal dispute resolution. We’re a small, friendly team committed to resolving issues amicably.

๐ŸŒป Need Help? We’re Here!

Our small, friendly team is always ready to assist your green journey.

Email: [email protected]

Mail Returns To: Cute Farms Shop, 461 Alder Street, Eureka, CA 95503, USA

Website: succulentecoshop.com

Thank you for being part of our global community of terrarium builders and mini-garden enthusiasts!

With love and leafy vibes,
The Team at Cute Farms Shop