How big are the seedlings when shipped?

These are young, seed-grown starter plants. Typical height depends on the species; check the listing description and seedling photographs for a size reference. Size, shape, and foliage naturally vary. Mature plant and flower photographs show future growth, rather than the size shipped.

Do the plants arrive in one pot?

Yes. Each listing offers two or three live plants growing together in one nursery pot. The exact number of plants and pot size are stated in the listing description. The Bird of Paradise Collection contains one Pride of Barbados, one Yellow/Desert Bird of Paradise, and one Mexican Bird of Paradise together in one pot, each identified with a color-coded tag.

Can I separate the seedlings when planting?

The seedlings can be carefully separated when you are ready to transplant. Disturb their young roots as little as possible and follow the included planting guide. You can also keep compatible plants together where the planting space and growing conditions suit them. Message me through Etsy if you would like guidance for your particular plants.

What should I do when my plants arrive?

Unpack promptly and check the growing medium. If it feels dry, water and allow excess water to drain. Start in bright shade or gentle morning sun, then gradually increase sunlight over the following week or two. Keep the root zone appropriately moist without leaving it saturated. Temporary drooping or leaf loss may occur after shipping. Follow the printed care and planting guidance included with your order.

How does the live-arrival guarantee work?

Plants are guaranteed to arrive alive. If a plant is dead on delivery, message me through Etsy within 24 hours of the carrier’s recorded delivery time. Include clear photos of the complete plants, stems and growing medium, and shipping container and packaging. Temporary wilting, leaf loss, discoloration, and minor cosmetic damage are not covered. The guarantee covers condition at delivery, not later decline from growing conditions or handling. I review the photos and delivery information to determine coverage; any approved resolution is handled through Etsy. Read the full terms in the listing.

Why does the shop sometimes pause during hot weather?

I may temporarily pause the shop when extreme heat makes shipping live plants too risky. Protecting the seedlings during transit comes first. The shop was paused in August and September 2026 because it was too hot to ship. Availability may change with weather conditions. If you have questions about availability, please message me through Etsy.

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Foothill Palo Verde Seedlings — 3 Live Plants in One 4-Inch Pot

Name: Foothill Palo Verde Seedlings — 3 Live Plants in One 4-Inch Pot
Brand: BotanicalScout
SKU: 4531726587
Price: 38.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.5 (2 reviews)

Price:$38.95

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WHAT YOU RECEIVE
Three live Foothill Palo Verde starter seedlings growing together in one 4-inch nursery pot.

SHIPPING SIZE
Typical height: 5–9 inches tall. Size and foliage naturally vary. See the seedling photograph for a size reference.

PHOTO GUIDE
Seedling photographs show the young plants offered. Mature plant and flower photographs show future growth, rather than the size shipped.

INCLUDED
Printed seedling care and planting guidance, shipping, and a live-arrival guarantee. See the guarantee terms below.

LIVE-ARRIVAL GUARANTEE

Your plants are guaranteed to arrive alive. If a plant is dead when delivered, contact me through Etsy Messages within 24 hours of the carrier’s recorded delivery time and include clear photographs showing:

• The complete plants
• The stems and growing medium
• The shipping container and packaging

Temporary drooping, wilting, leaf loss, discoloration, or minor cosmetic damage can occur during shipping and does not mean that a plant is dead. These conditions are not covered by the live-arrival guarantee.

The guarantee applies only to the plants’ condition at delivery. It does not cover subsequent decline or loss because watering, sunlight, temperature, soil, drainage, transplanting, handling, weather, and other growing conditions are outside my control after delivery.

After reviewing the photographs and delivery information, I will determine whether the live-arrival guarantee applies. Any approved resolution will be handled through Etsy.

I am always happy to help with acclimation and care questions.

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3.5

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Etsy buyer Jul 21, 2026

Small but will hopefully grow

Etsy buyer Jul 21, 2026

Response from Steve

Thank you! I hope you enjoy them. They are about a year old, and at this stage much of their growth is focused on developing strong root systems. In nature, this helps them reach water as quickly as possible. Thank you again for your order and feedback!