Nicholson Nurseries Limited trading as NICHOLSONS

Stocks
Stocks are offered subject to availability at time of order.
Visitors are welcome to inspect the nursery.
Nicholsons reserves the right to substitute plants where the specified plant is not available, or to omit them altogether and deduct the cost from the final bill.
Heights and pot sizes are a guide only and may be subject to
change.
Plant Passport No. UK/EC/14009

Prices and Settlement
All the prices stated in our main Plant List catalogue (downloadable from the Catalogues & Brochures page), here on the website, and around the nursery, are inclusive of VAT at 17.5%.
With the reduction in VAT to 15% (from December 1st 2008) the actual amount charged on any order will be less than published, and the actual level of tax charged will be correct at 15%.
We apologise for any confusion this may cause, but believe it is better to pass on the reduced prices to our customers in this way, rather than embark upon the costly exercise of replacing price tags, reprinting the catalogue, and revising the website. If you are in any way unsure about our policy with regard to VAT, please Contact us.

Prices do not include delivery. Delivery can be arranged at cost – please ask for quotation. Please also refer to our Delivery page for further details.

At the nursery we accept cash, cheques and most major Credit Cards (except American Express). Account customers can also pay direct into our bank account – details of which are included on each invoice issued.

Nicholsons reserves the right to alter prices without prior notice. Prices are ex-nursery, unless quoted for separately. Payment is due in full on collection (or delivery). For account holders: payment is due within 28 days of invoice unless stated otherwise in writing. Thereafter a late payment surcharge of 10% is payable.

All goods (plants and materials) remain the property of Nicholsons until the full price has been paid. However, all liability for the goods shall pass to the client on collection or receipt of the goods.

If an order is cancelled we reserve the right to make a charge for handling and/or administration.

Quotations
Quotations shall be valid for a period of 30 days, after which the company reserves the right of withdrawal or modification.
All additional work to that stated in our quotation will be charged at our current rates and will be paid in addition to the agreed contract price.
Unless specifically mentioned, the quotation for the works does not include any watering or maintenance.This will be the sole responsibility of the Client.

Contracting
Upon completion of the works, the responsibility for the well-being of the plants will be passed to the Client. Any planting out of season upon request of the Client, will be the responsibility of the Client.
A supply of water shall be made available free of charge to Nicholsons for the use and requirement of the landscaping works being undertaken.

The condition of any plants requested to be salvaged and replanted shall be the responsibility of the Client.
Newly laid turf and seed may be subject to slumping after laying. While all precautions are taken to avoid this happening, Nicholsons is not ultimately responsible.
All work may be subject to re-measurement on completion.
Where required, later remedial work will be charged on day rate unless covered by a provisional sum elsewhere.
Clients will be asked regarding location of services. If limited
information is available, CAT scanners will be used and every effort will be made to safeguard your property, but ultimately if accidental damage is caused to services that had not been identified by the Client, then it will be the Client’s responsibility.

Guarantee
Nicholsons’ aim is to provide the highest quality plants and workmanship. If there are any defects which appear to be Nicholsons’ fault, these will be remedied as soon as practicable.
Any complaints regarding the quality of the plants, materials or workmanship should be made as soon as possible and will be considered only if made within 7 days of collection, delivery or completion of the contract.

Nicholsons cannot be held responsible for the condition of the plants/job after acceptance of the delivery or signing off of the job; nor for the replacement of any plants that fail to grow due to unsuitable soil conditions, inappropriate choice of plant for site conditions, inappropriate planting or maintenance (unless under Nicholsons’ advice); adverse weather conditions, lack of maintenance (unless Nicholsons are contracted to do this), or other causes beyond Nicholsons’ control.

If a full guarantee is required please feel free to request a quotation. Forestry plantings should be expecting an overall survival rate of at least 90% with full maintenance.

General
Nicholsons operates its own Health and Safety policy.
Nicholsons is insured against Employers Liability and Public Liability risks.
Nicholsons takes no liability for consequential loss.

Acceptance of an order implies acceptance of the above Terms and Conditions.

Availability
Bare Root Plants are available during the winter season when the plants are dormant – normally mid- November to the end of March. We do carry bare root stock during this time, but advance ordering is recommended.

Container Plants are available at all times of year, but the best time of year to plant is still September to May. Availability will vary throughout the season so advance ordering is recommended.

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