Overview
Adding items to your cart is the first step in placing an order on Homegrown. This guide walks you through the process, including how inventory availability is handled and what happens if an item sells out before checkout.
How to Add Items to Your Cart
1. Browse and Select a Product
Search for products, browse by category, or explore vendor stores.
Click on a product to view details, including pickup location and availability.
đĄ Fun Fact: Unlike big-box retailers, every vendor on Homegrown runs their own storeâso youâre always supporting small businesses when you shop! đĄđď¸
2. Adjust Quantity (If Needed) and Add to Cart
Use the +/- buttons to adjust the quantity before adding an item.
If a vendor has limited stock, you wonât be able to add more than whatâs available.
3. Confirm Item Is in Your Cart
After adding an item, the cart icon will update with the number of items in your cart.
Your cart saves automatically and will be available when you return.
What If an Item Is Out of Stock?
If an item is out of stock, you wonât be able to add it to your cart.
However, youâll see a "Notify Me When Back in Stock" button. Clicking this will send you an email when the product becomes available again.
đ Fun Fact: The âNotify Meâ feature helps vendors gauge demandâso if enough people sign up, they may restock sooner!
The system verifies final availability at checkoutâif an item sells out before you complete your order, youâll need to remove it before proceeding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add items from multiple vendors to my cart?
No. Each vendor has its own cart, so youâll need to complete checkout separately for each one.
đ Fun Fact: Keeping vendor carts separate ensures that each vendor gets paid directlyâjust like if you were shopping in a real farmers market! đż
What happens if an item sells out while itâs in my cart?
The system checks stock when you proceed to checkout. If an item is no longer available, youâll receive an alert and need to remove it before completing your order.
Does my cart expire?
No, your cart is saved indefinitely. You can return at any time and pick up where you left off.
Next Steps
Once youâve added items to your cart, you can:
âĄď¸ Viewing and Editing Your Cart