gardens4you.ie
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Aug 14, 2023
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Plants were healthy and delivered in just a few days . All good experience from start to finish . Great website ----- good info and timely updates on purchase. I have a 23 year old garden and am by the sea with a windy wet climate so gardening is a challenge . Never very cold but always quite wet . Hydrangeas and Berberis along with a handful of other shrubs and perennials survive nicely here so my garden has always brought me many compliments . My recent purchases from you will of course further enhance my garden.

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Aug 2, 2023
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Received 20 plants,10 had brown spot and 5 were wilted and in poor health. I didn't expect to have sick plants sent to me. This brown spot didn't happen over night in the box. All the roots had completely outgrown the pots they were shipped in, although these did look healthy, they should have been in the ground with roots that long. I also, and its my own fault, didn't realise that just because the company has a dot IE website, it does not mean they are based in Ireland. I wouldn't usually buy plants that need shipping like this. I buy local plants and Ireland based suppliers to prevent receiving wilted and poor quality plants. Ti.e will tell if these plants can be revived.
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Jul 1, 2024
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You did not message me or email, that the flowers were delivered. ROSE ODONOVAN
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Jul 3, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We have checked your order. Unfortunately, we have not received any payment and the order has therefore automatically been cancelled. You are welcome to place a new order.
Jul 7, 2024
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Plants not great = a bit weedy for the price
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Jul 13, 2024
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Jul 8, 2024
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Jul 2, 2024
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Jul 3, 2024
Thank you for feedback. If you have any questions or require information, please contact our customer service team directly, who will be happy to help you.
Jun 16, 2024
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Pots were very small. One of the trees have papers infected with holes allover. Small trees will need years to grow up
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Jun 19, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. We send the majority of our plants as naturally growing young plants. We offer 2 months growth guarantee on all of our plants. If your plants do not develop as expected, please contact us again at the end of this period. We will be happy to assist you further.
Jun 9, 2024
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Excellent service but disappointed with the poor quality of plants very small and leaves very brown
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Jun 19, 2024
Thank you for your feedback. As a nursery specialising in outdoor cultivation, we do not sell plants from heated greenhouses, unlike many garden centres. Variations in size, colour and shape may occur due to the nature of our products. As we deal in live products, it is inevitable that the sizes and colours of our products may vary from time to time; We send most of our plants as young plants that grow naturally. The plants recover quickly after planting.
Apr 27, 2024
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I ordered few plants and I received 3 almost death
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Apr 10, 2024
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Everything arrived well packaged but smaller than I expected

Everything arrived well packaged. I was a little disappointed with the size of everything They were way smaller than what I would get at local garden center or from other Irish websites I use more regularly. I hadn’t realized they were coming from Netherlands but they were all alive and looker healthy… just extremely small . Hopefully they all take off and grow well once potted ip
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Apr 16, 2024
We're glad to hear that everything arrived well packaged and that the plants are alive and healthy. We understand your disappointment with the size, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Please be assured that the size of the plants can vary due to factors such as growth stage and specific plant varieties. We share your hope that once potted, they will thrive and grow well in your garden. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to assist you and ensure your satisfaction with our products.
Apr 16, 2024
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V small and not what ordered plants were not in great shape
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Apr 16, 2024
We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the size and condition of the plants you received. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we'd like to ensure that we address your concerns promptly. Could you please contact our customer service team and provide photos of the plants? This will help us better understand the situation and take appropriate action to resolve any issues you may have encountered. Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we appreciate your cooperation in helping us improve your experience with our products.
Apr 9, 2024
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Apr 16, 2024
We're sorry to hear that your experience fell short of expectations. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we would appreciate the opportunity to learn more about your concerns and see how we can improve. Please feel free to reach out to our customer service team with any further details or issues you encountered. We're committed to providing the best possible service and addressing any issues promptly.
Apr 5, 2024
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Apr 16, 2024
We're sorry to hear that your experience fell short of expectations. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we would appreciate the opportunity to learn more about your concerns and see how we can improve. Please feel free to reach out to our customer service team with any further details or issues you encountered. We're committed to providing the best possible service and addressing any issues promptly.
Oct 1, 2023
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My plants were shipped on the 18th September but I didn’t receive them until the 27th !!! This seems a very long time considering I only live in Cork !! Also I am disappointed with the size of the Percy Wiseman Rhododendron…. It’s tiny , compared to the Rhododendron Sappho !!! ( see photos ) The Azalea, mollis Orange is quite scraggy and floppy . Also soil has separated from edges of all 4 plants . I feel these plants may have sat in a dpd van for a few days before they were delivered to me . Overall , disappointed with my first experience with gardens 4 you , I spent approx €60 on 4 plants including delivery and expected bigger and better quality plants for my money .
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Answer by gardens4you.ie
Oct 2, 2023
Thank you for your feedback. Our plants are nursery-grown, nurtured from the outside, and they grow at their own pace, each specimen or variety has its own growth pattern. They are designed to endure over time, lasting for 10, 15, or even 20 years. You have a guarantee until May 1, 2024, and you will see that these plants will be exceptional in the spring.
Nov 8, 2023
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My wife ordered a XL Pot but didnt check the size, XL = 18cm which is a very small pot. She thought also it was an Irish site but was not had an Irish domain .ie but its actually Dutch she paid shipping and must pay for the return also. So not worth the expense to return (12euro to get it and 16 to return 28E shipping fees). Two points XL is not 18cm and .ie domain but returns shipping to NL is very expensive but shipping to IE would have been half the price.. Ended up having to keep the small pot :-)... If ordering make sure of everything chances are you are not returning the item.... Apart from that nice people...nice goods
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Answer by gardens4you.ie
Nov 8, 2023
Thank you for providing your feedback. Upon reviewing your concerns, it appears there was a discrepancy in pot size perception. We understand that you initially measured the pot in inches, and we want to clarify that our website specifies a 18cm diameter, not the 7cm that was initially perceived. The 18cm ceramic pots are labeled as XL on our site to ensure transparency and avoid any confusion in the product description. Our company, based in the Netherlands, proudly displays its physical address on the website. We adhere to tax regulations in all countries we ship to, contributing to the local economies, including Ireland and Europe. Regarding return policies, as outlined in our terms and conditions, if an error arises from the customer's end, the return is at their expense. However, should a mistake occur on our part, we are committed to covering the costs of replacement or providing a full refund. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we appreciate your understanding in this matter.
Dec 6, 2023
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For the amateur gardener a ‘live’ photo the trees I ordered in advance would have very helpful to avoid the disappointment of receiving what are basically 2 very pruned back twigs - I understood there would be no flowers but thought there would be leaves.

For the amateur gardener, a ‘live’ photo in advance of the product I would actually be receiving and not the 2 very pruned back twigs which arrived. I understood there would be no flowers at this time of year on the trees I ordered but assumed at the very least there would be leaves. It transpires that there will be no leaves either for almost 2 years. Entirely unsuitable to be used to enhance my patio at this time. Photos on website very misleading and should have additional commentary for the average customer. A very disappointed customer!
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Dec 7, 2023
The photos on our site always show mature plants photographed in summer, precisely to give an idea of what the plant will become. Just base your judgement on the weather and the season we're currently in - it's currently 4ºC in Holland - fruit trees are deciduous and always lose their leaves in winter, since our plants are nursery plants grown outdoors. Leaves are solar collectors and enable plants to transform sunlight into energy. In autumn and winter, there's less light and it gets colder. Leaves can no longer produce food for plants. A sort of plug forms at the base of the leaf, preventing sap from circulating. Leaves dry out, stain, become brittle and fall off. Don't worry, once these products have been planted in clean, well-drained soil, the order is guaranteed from the date of purchase until May 1, 2024, giving you plenty of time to come back to us with new photos in the event of non-growth in mid-spring.
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Sophia E.
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Oct 26, 2023
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I ordered 6 Asters but only received 5. I was offered a refund because to replace the missing plant would cost more than the postage. So! I wanted 6 and it wasn't my problem that they left me one short. This is the second time this has happened recently - another supplier gave me 10 bulbs instead of 12 which is also annoying. Apart from this my other items in the order were fine and packaging and speed of delivery were very good!
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Oct 26, 2023
We're sorry if you missed an Aster bulb in the package. For reasons of minimum package weight, shipping costs (€14.95) and C02 our system automatically refunds the item at €1.92. This is a decision we have taken because the parcel could not be handled by the carrier.
Aug 15, 2023
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My grapevine was very shabby looking when it arrived. Had I seen it in a garden centre I would not have bought it in this condition. I have planted it and hoping it will produce. My orange plant was perfect.
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Aug 15, 2023
Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry that the grapevine did not meet your expectations. Please contact our customer service and we will be happy to assist you.
Nov 3, 2023
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Your delivery partner was very poor. The shipment arrived in parts over the course of a week with one of the heather's half dead. On of the delivery drivers left them upside down. When queried and brought to his attention the box said live plant and upright arrows, he shrugged and said "they've been thrown all over the van all day".
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Answer by gardens4you.ie
Nov 3, 2023
Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you've experienced with our delivery partner. We deeply regret that the condition of your shipment did not meet our usual standards. We take such matters seriously, and we will address this issue with our delivery partner to ensure that corrective measures are taken. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we appreciate your patience as we work to rectify this situation. Once again, we apologize for any frustration caused, and we are committed to ensuring a more positive experience for you in the future.
Jul 27, 2023
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One of the plants were unavailable after order had been made. The second half of my order cam a few days after the first delivery. Your customer service was fast and professional but I would prefer to have avoided needing customer service all together
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Answer by gardens4you.ie
Jul 28, 2023
Thank you for your feedback. According to our system the missing plant arrived the 26/07/2023. we ship to 22 countries in Europe, mistakes are human - we've done our best to put things right in a positive way.
Dec 23, 2023
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7 of the 15 bare root plants were of very poor quality

The Speedy prompt delivery was cancelled out by the poor quality bareroot plants, they looked more like root cuttings, difficult to distinguish the top from the bottom , see photo. very little information didn’t help either, waste of money
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Dec 29, 2023
We would like to draw your attention to the response provided by our customer service, which appears to have been overlooked or deliberately disregarded in your recent communication. The information conveyed in the aforementioned response remains accurate, and we kindly request your consideration of the details therein. 2 days ago (Wed, 27 Dec 2023 at 4:31 PM) Customer service reply) Good afternoon, Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention, your satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us. After reviewing the provided photos, we want to assure you that the appearance of Gypsophila paniculata roots is within the normal range. Prior to planting, we recommend soaking the roots in a bowl of water for approximately four hours. This process helps hydrate and prepare them for successful planting. Despite their initial appearance, Gypsophila paniculata roots possess a natural ability to seek out light, when buried under a layer of soil at a depth of 10-12 centimeters. Rest assured, once these products are planted in well-drained, clean soil, your order is guaranteed from the date of purchase until May 1, 2024. This timeframe provides ample opportunity to monitor growth and address any concerns. We encourage you to reach out with new photos in the event of non-growth in mid-spring. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we appreciate your understanding. If you have further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. Best regards, The Customer Service