Most of the plants I've gotten have been under $5 and even free if I trade with someone. I've only spent over $5 a few times if it's a plant I really want. I save my pocket change and purchase things on my wishlist (or plants I think are really pretty) when I'm out. Or I'll order things online and pick them up or even have them shipped to me. I'm very careful about how I spend and I really only buy plants when the cats, dog, and bills are taken care of.Sounds like me and my 30 pairs of jeans! Just curious, how much does one plant cost? If you can get a good price, then it's not so bad.