EXOTICA PLANTS IMPORT INFO


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EXOTICA PLANTS IMPORT INFO

We LOVE importing the latest hybrids and species cultivars from the world’s greatest Nepenthes Nursery, Exotica Plants (EP) in Australia! For those of you who aren’t familiar, EP is the world leader in Nepenthes hybridization. For the past 30+ years, they have supplied the world with the latest in Nepenthes hybrids and species cultivars. They selectively breed for size, color, and vigor. The Exotica Plants Import is the most exciting Nepenthes event of the year and not to be missed if you are obsessed with Nepenthes! Expect huge specimen plants, rooted cuttings of rare stock, and the latest hybrids.  Unlike most suppliers selling plants from TC, Exotica's stock is all seed-grown. This gives collectors a chance to own something unique. We are very proud to be your exclusive supplier!

The scheduled catalog updates are announced via social media @RedleafExotics and our Newsletter.

 

HOW DO I JOIN THE IMPORT?

The import process is pretty straight forward. We will post the available plants on our site under the tab EXOTICA PLANTS IMPORT in the main menu and on the homepage. Our customers will add plants to their cart and checkout as usual. It’s that easy. 

We send our customers the latest info and keep you informed on all critical dates, such as when the import ships out to us and you. 

   HOW DO I CHECKOUT?

 We suggest multiple small orders. Just because a plant is in your cart doesn't mean it's safe, whoever checks out first will acquire the plant(s). We can refund additional shipping charges. When we say the pre-order is intense, we mean it! There is no app we can use to help with amount of growers clicking on the same products when trying to purchase plants! It cannot process who clicks first, so it just gives it to the first to checkout. We literally have hundreds of people from all over the country in a craze trying to get what they can. We suggest having a cup of coffee and ready 5 minutes before our catalog opening:)

WHAT IF I DECIDE I DON'T WANT MY ORDER?

 Please understand it takes a lot of time and energy to run a successful pre-order, especially with the amount of orders we get! Customers can cancel items as long as the import is live. To keep things organized, we ask that all order choices are final by the time the list closes. Failure to do so will effect your import privileges.

 PLANT SIZES AND PRICING.

Size, rarity, and features determine the pricing. Some of these plants are cuttings from Exotica’s prime breeding stock. Many times they only have 1 or 2 cuttings that won’t be available for years down the line.
On top of the base charge for the plants, we also have import fees and freight charges. These fees are incorporated into the pricing.
Small
Plants labeled as small are usually 3-5+ inches in diameter.  All of these plants are grown from seed and vigorous with pitchers. We usually have an image of the parents used in the hybrid to give you an idea of what to expect.
Rooted Cuttings
These plants are cuttings of Exotica’s stock plants.  Cuttings are well established and can be smaller with a few new leaves to larger vines. 
Specimens
Specimens are large size plants, and you get the exact plant as seen in the images we provide. These are assigned a number such as #001 and will be labeled as such in our catalog.
Check out our last box unboxing to give you an idea of what to expect!
 

SHIPPING FEES

 Once the plants arrive, we repack and ship them immediately. Typically, we charge a base shipping fee of $12.99. Most orders are covered by this. For larger orders that exceed the base charge, we will send you an invoice for the additional shipping fees after they leave our facility. Some customers order 10+ specimens and the shipping can be quite hefty. We cover the DHL fees which can be 5-8k.

 WHAT ARE MY SHIPPING OPTIONS?

WE CAN ONLY GUARANTEED LIVE ARRIVAL WITH EXPRESS SHIPPING OPTIONS. PLEASE UNDERSTAND WE ARE NOT THE POSTAL SERVICE.

USPS PRIORITY

Our most popular shipping option. This method takes 2-3 business days and is insured for $50. As USPS does not guarantee this service, we are not responsible for the package once it leaves our hands. We highly suggest additional insurance for larger orders over $200. Send us an email request titled ‘INSURANCE,’ and we will invoice you for the extra cost. This method is usually good during our spring (Feb/March) import, but risky in fall (Sep/Nov), especially around the holidays.

USPS EXPRESS

We recommend this option when you’re importing a bunch of rare plants from overseas. This option usually takes 1 day to arrive after they leave our facility. This service is guaranteed by USPS and comes with $100 insurance. Express is worth the extra cost and security.  Customers who place larger orders that exceed our base  charge of $38.00, will be sent an invoice after we ship. We appreciate all payments made within 48 hours.

 

WHEN CAN I EXPECT MY ORDER?

Exotica usually ships out roughly 4-6 weeks after we place our order. We kindly ask for your patience as EP carefully packs and ships thousands of Nepenthes. They do an awesome job and worth the wait.  The plants are a little bigger by then;) 

Our customers are updated along the way. Once EP ships out, it can take 7-10 days to  arrive, depending on customs. When we receive the import, we will immediately pack and ship the plants. Tracking numbers will be added to all orders. We make announcements along the way.

 

WHAT DO I DO ONCE I RECEIVE MY ORDER?

 BASIC NEPENTHES ACCLIMATION KNOWLEDGE IS ADVISED.

Once the plants arrive, unpack them and immediately pot them up. We like to use a 50/50 mixture of long fiber sphagnum and perlite. Give them a thorough watering with RO or distilled water and keep the humidity very high. At this time, we suggest keeping them in slightly lower light levels for a couple days until they settle in. It’s common Nepenthes to lose their pitchers during shipment. If you have any concerns, please reach out to us!

 

Exotica’s plants are the jewels of the Nepenthes world, and we look forward to getting you addicted! See you during our next import!

 

Thanks,

– Team Redleaf -