Plants & Seedlings Market Value
Analysis of 127,974 eBay listings for plants and seedlings.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
Bonsai represents the highest growth with a 90% increase in median price. Value is currently strongest in Orchids and Bonsai, while African Violets have seen a significant 56% decrease.
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Price by type
Why? Prices vary by plant complexity and rarity, ranging from 25.49 for Fruit Trees to 66.5 for Bonsai.
Price by genus
Why? Specialized genera like Phalaenopsis command 55, while Echinopsis is lower at 25.
Price by common name
Why? Market demand fluctuates by species, with Japanese Maples at 49.95 and African Violets at 15.5.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a plant on eBay?
The overall market median price is 34.99.
Which plant type has seen the most significant price increase?
Bonsai has seen the largest increase with a delta of 90%.
How do new plant listings compare to used ones in price?
New listings have a median of 31.75, while used listings have a median of 22.49.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $8–$200, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 28, 2026.