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Shipping Dormant Bareroot vs. Green Potted Grapevines

Feature Dormant Bareroot Grapevines Green Potted Grapevines
Size & weight Compact and lightweight Larger and heavier
Packing method Bundled, soil-free Upright, boxed
Handling needs Minimal High (protect foliage & growth)
Best season to ship Early spring Spring through summer
Most cost-effective for Medium to large orders Small to medium orders
Typical within CA shipping costs $20–$50 (every 1–200 vines) $30–$75 (every 1–25 vines)
Freight shipping available Not usually necessary Available at 250+ vines (Request quote at checkout for cost-effective FedEx LTL)

🌱 Dormant Bareroot Grapevines

Dormant bareroot vines are leafless, soil-free plants shipped while fully dormant. They are compact, lightweight, and efficient to pack and ship.

Why bareroot vines ship more affordably:

  • No pots or soil
  • Smaller box sizes
  • Lower overall weight
  • Minimal handling requirements

Typical California shipping costs:

  • 1–25 vines: $20–$30
  • 25–200 vines: $40–$50

Bareroot shipping allows us to safely ship large quantities at a much lower cost per vine.

🌿 Green Potted Grapevines

Green potted vines are fully leafed-out, actively growing plants shipped in soil-filled containers. These plants require larger boxes, upright packing, and additional protection during transit.

Why green potted vines cost more to ship:

  • Pots and soil add significant weight
  • Larger boxes with more unused space
  • Careful packing to protect foliage and growth
  • Higher shipping and handling costs per box

Typical California shipping costs:

  • 1–12 vines: $30–$40
  • 13–25 vines: $60–$75

For orders under 250 green potted vines, shipments are packed in standard boxes.

🚛 FedEx LTL Freight Shipping (Green Potted Vines)

When an order reaches 250 or more green potted vines, FedEx LTL freight shipping becomes available and is typically the most economical and safest option.

Why freight shipping is used for large orders:

  • Palletized shipment for stability
  • Reduced handling compared to parcel shipping
  • Better plant protection for high-volume orders
  • Lower per-vine shipping cost at scale

Freight pricing is quoted after order placement. The quote can vary depending on destination and delivery type (commercial or residential).

🚚 Important Notes

  • All shipping rates shown are estimates for California deliveries and may vary slightly based on location and carrier rates.
  • Orders may ship in multiple boxes depending on quantity and plant size.
  • We always prioritize packing methods that protect plant health, even when this increases shipping cost.

Shipping & Pre-Ordering Timelines

  • Shipping policy for grapevine orders

    Seasonal Pre-Orders placed before March 1st

    • All pre-orders will automatically be scheduled to ship in the 1st and 2nd weeks of March unless another delivery date is requested.
    • Learn more about our shipping process.
  • Shipping policy for grapevine orders #2

    Seasonal Pre-Orders placed after March 1st

    • All pre-orders placed after March 1st will automatically be scheduled for the following shipping window unless otherwise notified.
    • Check out our Shipping Windows Schedule.
  • Grapevine Order policy for cancellations and refunds

    Refund Policy

    • All grapevine and olive tree orders are seasonal pre-orders for live plant material and are considered final sale.
    • If a specific variety is unavailable, we will offer a substitution, store credit, or refund for the affected vines only.
    Orders, Cancellations & Refunds