Frequently Asked Questions

IF PLants Nurseries is a plant supplier in Spain structured as a private cooperative, specializing in sourcing and exporting plants for professional clients worldwide.

We provide:

• plant sourcing across a network of more than 50 growers
• supply of ornamental plants, trees, and Mediterranean species
• quality control and plant selection
• plant export and international plant shipments from Spain
• specialized plant transport and delivery (road and sea)

We work with:

• wholesalers and importers
• landscape professionals
• contractors and developers
• public and private projects

Our role is to act as a trusted sourcing and supply partner, identifying the right plant solutions through our network of growers and production areas according to each client’s specific needs, simplifying:

• importing plants from Spain
• consolidating orders
• organizing logistics and delivery

We export plants from Spain worldwide, adapting each shipment to phytosanitary and import requirements.

We are a wholesale plant supplier in Spain, structured as a private cooperative, working exclusively with professionals:

• landscapers and contractors
• wholesalers and plant importers
• garden centers and purchasing groups
• public and private projects

This model allows us to combine production capacity, sourcing flexibility, international logistics expertise, and access to the best professional prices for each project.

We provide customized plant solutions tailored to each client’s specific needs.

• structured as a private cooperative with over 50 specialized growers
• direct access to production and guaranteed professional pricing
• permanent quality control (300+ nurseries visited yearly)
• one single contact for sourcing, selection, and logistics
• fast response within 48h
• strong expertise in plant export and transport

IF Plants Nurseries is a private cooperative and plant supplier in Spain, bringing together more than 50 associated growers.

Each grower integrated into the IF Plants network is regularly evaluated by an internal committee that visits the nurseries, verifies compliance with phytosanitary regulations, and monitors quality consistency over time.

This selection process allows us to offer professional clients:

• access to a reliable and carefully validated network of producers
• consistent plant quality and traceability
• a wide diversity of plant varieties and formats
• simplified sourcing through a single trusted partner

Our role is to identify the right sourcing solutions according to each client’s specific needs, acting as their eyes on the ground across Spanish nurseries and production areas.

We act as a centralized sourcing partner, simplifying procurement for professional clients.

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Thanks to our private cooperative structure and sourcing network, IF Plants often acts as much more than a traditional plant supplier.

Rather than trying to sell from a fixed stock, our role is to identify the most suitable sourcing solution according to each client’s specific needs, varieties, quantities, timing, quality expectations, and budget.

This approach allows us to offer:

• • access to a large network of carefully selected growers
  • sourcing flexibility without stock limitations
  • solutions for large volumes and mixed plant assortments
  • support for specific or difficult-to-source varieties
  • optimized logistics involving multiple nurseries and loading points
  • consistent quality control across the sourcing process
  • access to highly competitive professional pricing

For many clients, we act as:

• a complementary supplier
• a sourcing and procurement partner
• an extension of their purchasing team in Spain
• their eyes on the ground across Spanish nurseries and production areas

Our objective is simple: to make professional plant sourcing easier, more reliable, and more efficient.

As a private cooperative and wholesale plant supplier, we offer:

• direct grower pricing
• volume-based conditions
• optimized logistics

This structure allows us to ensure competitive pricing combined with quality and reliability.

IF Plants Nurseries is a B to B plant and tree supplier in Spain offering a wide range of Mediterranean and ornamental plants and trees for professional companies from the sector, including landscaping companies, garden centers and wholesalers.

Olive trees
Natural olive trees and bonsai
All ages: young / centenary / millenary
All sizes: from small pots (small bushes) to large specimens and monumental trees
Varieties: Arbequina / Lechín / Hojiblanca / Farga / Gallega / Morruda / Picual / Manzanilla / Empeltre / Cornicabra / Verdial / Carrasqueña / Picudo, and more.

Trees
Deciduous and evergreen ornamental trees / specimen trees / mature trees / architectural forms / multi-stem trees / standard trees / fastigiate forms / broad canopy trees / pleached trees / topiary forms / cloud-pruned trees / flowering trees / Mediterranean species / avenue trees / evergreen screening trees / sculptural trees / container-grown / root ball / field-grown specimens / transplanted mature trees / naturally shaped forms / grafted selections / umbrella-shaped canopies / weeping forms / coastal and drought-tolerant species

Palm trees
Chamaerops humilis / Phoenix canariensis / Phoenix dactylifera / Trachycarpus fortunei / Washingtonia robusta / Washingtonia filifera / Butia odorata / Syagrus romanzoffiana / Brahea armata / Jubaea chilensis / Livistona chinensis / Sabal palmetto / Caryota mitis / Roystonea regia / Mediterranean and subtropical palm varieties / hot weather palms / cold weather palms / multi-stem palms / specimen palms / mature palms / container-grown and field-grown palms / sculptural palm forms / high-trunk palms / coastal and drought-tolerant palm species

Shrubs
Evergreen / deciduous / flowering / Mediterranean / hedge / topiary / ground cover

Conifers
Arboreal / shrub / dwarf / ground cover / topiary

Fruit trees
Citrus like Citrus limon / Citrus × meyeri / Citrus reticulata / Citrus sinensis / Citrus paradisi / Citrus hystrix / Fortunella margarita and other fruit trees like ficus carica / punica granatum

Desert plants
Cactus and succulents / Yucca rostrata and other yucca varieties / Agave varieties / Dasylirion varieties

Tropical plants
Philodendron varieties / Strelitzia / Musa / Schefflera / exotic foliage plants / architectural tropical species / large-leaf tropical plants / specimen tropical plants

We specialize in large sizes, mature trees, and specimen plants for high-value projects.

As a private cooperative with strong production capacity, IF Plants Nurseries is able to manage large volumes.

We handle:

• large-scale landscaping and development projects
• multi-product orders combined in full truck or container loads

Minimum order depends on product type and destination.

In most cases, we work on:

• full truck loads (FTL)
• full containers

This ensures optimized plant transport and cost efficiency.

Yes — this is one of the advantages of our private cooperative model.

We combine plants from multiple growers into one shipment to:

• meet your needs
• optimize logistics
• reduce transport costs
• simplify sourcing

Yes. We manage the complete export and transport of plants from Spain, both within and outside the European Union.

Within the European Union:

• full truck plant deliveries across Europe
• road transport for ornamental plants and trees
• logistics coordination involving multiple growers and loading points, depending on the country

Outside the European Union:

• international plant shipments by sea and road
• container shipping (reefer, open top, flat rack)
• export coordination and international logistics management

We are specialized in:

• live plant transport
• international plant export logistics
• sourcing and logistics solutions for wholesalers, importers, garden centers, landscapers, and professional buyers

For exports outside the EU, we also handle all required documentation:

• commercial invoice
• phytosanitary certificate
• packing list
• certificate of origin
• transport documents (CMR / BL)

The client only needs to arrange the appropriate unloading equipment at destination.

Delivery times depend on:

• destination
• volume
• transport type
• phytosanitary and import requirements

Indicative timelines:

• Western Europe: approximately 1 week after loading
• Other European destinations: 1–2 weeks
• Overseas shipments: transit times vary depending on the destination and shipping route

For sea shipments, transit times typically range from 25 to 45 days. Where transshipment is required to reach the final destination, an additional week may be needed.

For exports outside the European Union, delivery schedules also depend on local import and phytosanitary requirements. Depending on the destination and plant species, additional inspections, declarations, or laboratory testing may be required before the phytosanitary certificate can be issued.

To avoid delays, clients should provide all relevant import documentation and official phytosanitary requirements as early as possible.

Our team coordinates the entire process, including logistics, customs documentation, and phytosanitary procedures, and provides a detailed delivery schedule prior to shipment.

Our process is designed to make plant sourcing simple, efficient, and reliable for professional clients.

Minimum order: full truck / full container

1. Request
   Send your company details, a precise plant list (varieties, sizes, quantities), and your plantation schedule or approximate delivery date.
2. Offer within 48h
   We coordinate with our network of growers and provide availability, sourcing solutions, and pricing.
3. Preparation
   Plant selection, quality control, documentation management, and logistics planning for shipments involving multiple growers and loading points.
4. Delivery
   We organize the export and transport of plants from Spain to your destination.

We support clients throughout the entire sourcing and import process, simplifying the coordination of ornamental plants and trees from Spain, including logistics and export documentation.

For first orders, payments are generally made in advance before shipment.

For regular professional clients, we can offer payment terms of up to 30 days, subject to approval by our credit insurance partner. This process includes:

• verification of company registration details
• assessment of financial and commercial information
• validation of the insured credit limit available for the client

Once approved, the payment conditions and credit limit are defined according to the insurance coverage granted.

Our objective is to provide professional clients with a secure, transparent, and reliable commercial framework for long-term collaboration.

Yes.

All plants supplied by IF Plants Nurseries comply with the applicable European phytosanitary regulations and export requirements.

Depending on the destination country and type of shipment, we provide:

• required phytosanitary certificates
• EU Plant Passport
• documentation compliant with destination country regulations
• certificate of origin when required
• packing list and commercial invoice

Our internal validation process also includes regular nursery visits and monitoring to ensure:

• traceability of plant material
• consistency in plant quality
• compliance with sanitary and export standards

For exports outside the European Union, we coordinate the phytosanitary procedures and documentation according to the import requirements of each destination country.

Our objective is to make the import process as simple, secure, and reliable as possible for professional clients.

Plants are not covered by a guarantee after delivery, as their development depends on factors beyond our control, such as planting conditions, handling, maintenance and climate.

However, transport insurance can be arranged to cover significant damage occurring during shipment.

IF Plants Nurseries also works with transport partners whose insurance policies may provide coverage for incidents occurring during transit. Depending on the destination, transport method and client requirements, shipments can be organized with or without additional insurance.

In some cases, clients choose to reinforce coverage through additional insurance options alongside the transport company’s standard policy.

In the event of a transport-related incident, damage may be assessed by an independent expert to determine eligibility for compensation according to the applicable insurance conditions.