Orchid Cost

Last Updated on November 4, 2021
Written by CPA Alec Pow | Content Reviewed by Certified CFA CFA Alexander Popinker

Orchids have long been a symbol of love and beauty, known for their pure elegance and charm, and can be found at any special event.

It has long been believed that the smell of orchids also has magical properties. The so-called witches of the Middle Ages used orchid tubers in the preparation of their magic drinks or love potions – fresh tubers being used to encourage true love, and dried tubers to weaken or extinguish inappropriate passions. Witches had spread the belief that when given, orchid flowers make the love of the one who receives them deeper.

In Victorian England, orchids were a symbol of elegance, luxury, and opulence, associated with the wealth of aristocrats, the only ones who could afford to cultivate them.

How much do orchids cost?

The price of orchids is influenced by many factors including the type, the geographical area, where you purchase them from, and the time of the year. The average cost is anywhere between $25 and more than $160 for 10 to 20 stems. Expect to pay a higher price for the ones with a rare color.

For example, you can purchase 10 stems of highly rated purple dendrobium orchids from Amazon.com for almost $35.

Depending on the number of blooms, color, and type, the average price of an orchid corsage is anywhere between $18 and $45.

Also, depending on the type, one pack of orchid seeds can cost $10 to $25.

In the table below you will find the price estimates for some of the most popular types of orchids available on the market.

Type Average Price (per stem)
Brown Dendrobium $5
Blue Tinted Dendrobium $5
Dark Lavender Cymbidium $25
Chocolate Cymbidium $35
Green Tinted Dendrobium $5
Green Cymbidium $25
Hot Pink Dendrobium $5
Hot Pink Cymbidium $25
Light Pink Cymbidium $25
Lavender Dendrobium $5
Orange Cymbidium $25
Light Pink Dendrobium $5
Red & Orange Cymbidium $25
Peppermint Red Cymbidium $25
White Catalaya $20
White & Pink Cymbidium $25
Yellow Cymbidium $25
Yellow & Red Dendrobium $5

Note: By buying larger quantities you can pay less per stem. In most cases, the florists will have you buy 30 to 50 stems at once.

Orchids details

They can be found in shades of white, pink, magenta, purple and yellow. Orchids symbolize fertility, elegance, and love. For this reason, they are often offered as gifts for new parents.

One of the most popular types of orchids is the moth orchid or Phalaenopsis. This variety blooms once or twice a year, and the flowers last for two to three months. Other types of orchids are Dendrobium and Oncidium, which bloom once to twice a year and have flowers that last a little over a month.

You might also like our articles about the cost of tulips, carnation flowers, or peonies.

They have the smallest seeds in the world. The orchid seed is very small – similar to the size of a dust particle. For this reason, it can take years for an orchid to bloom from seed.

Important things to consider

Vanilla Flower OrchidThere are over 30,000 types of orchids worldwide, and their growth depends on several factors. Proper planting, soil use, watering, and light source are vital elements to keep in mind.

The orchid should be planted in a pot that has a lot of drainages. It is necessary that the chosen model has holes in the bottom to ensure complete drainage of excess water. If the orchid comes in a pot that does not have such holes, you will need to replant it in a suitable one.

Orchids should be planted in porous soil, through which water drains quickly. It is recommended to use a mixture based on tree moss or bark.

Orchids grow best in an environment that sits at a temperature of 60 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. These moderate temperatures, in combination with good air circulation in the room, will allow the plant to grow and produce large and beautiful flowers.

These flowers should be kept next to a south or east-facing window, if possible. They need a lot of light, but not direct light.

The easiest to grow is the Phalaenopsis orchid. Also known as the moth orchid. It is perfect for any beginner in gardening because it grows in low light and does not require much moisture.

Vanilla is one of the most well-known and widely used substances extracted from orchids. The pod of Vanilla planifolia is, in fact, a species of orchid.

You can easily turn a white orchid into a purple, yellow, blue orchid, etc. if you put it in water and you water it with a little food coloring.

How can I save money?

You can purchase a small bouquet for less than $25 at your local grocery store. For instance, Trader Joe’s often has bunches available at this price and Whole Foods Market sells orchids in 4’ pots with a price range starting at around $15 to $20 with various colors to select from.

One of the best things about buying flowers in bulk is that it can bring down the cost per stem. For example, at Sam’s Club, they sell 70 stems of purple and white bicolor orchids for $150 and the Mokara pink variety costs $142.

Alec Pow
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