Cannabis clones typically cost between $15 and $50 each, with most quality clones landing around $20 to $30. Price depends on the strain's rarity, the genetics' health and testing, and whether the clone is freshly rooted and female-guaranteed. Bulk orders usually lower the per-plant price.
The typical price range
Most reputable nurseries price single clones somewhere in the $15 to $50 band. Common, easy-to-source strains sit at the lower end, while rare or trendy cuts command more. Very cheap clones, the ones offered well under this range, often skip testing or come from unverified stock, which can cost you far more later in lost crop. We sell freshly rooted, female-guaranteed clones, and we price them to reflect verified genetics rather than a race to the bottom.
What actually moves the price
Several factors decide where a clone lands in that range. Understanding them helps you judge whether a price is fair or a red flag.
- Strain rarity: hard-to-find or newly hyped cuts cost more than staples.
- Genetic health: HLVd-tested, disease-free stock justifies a higher price.
- Root development: a freshly rooted clone is worth more than an unrooted cutting.
- Sex guarantee: female-guaranteed plants save you from culling males.
- Order size: buying several plants usually drops the per-clone cost.
Price by strain and quantity
| Clone type | Typical price each | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Common strains | Roughly $15 to $25 | Widely available genetics |
| Premium or rare | Roughly $30 to $50 | Limited, in-demand cuts |
| Bulk orders | Lower per plant | Volume discount |
| Untested cheap clones | Under $15 | Higher risk, often unverified |
Why tested genetics are worth paying for
The cheapest clone is rarely the best value. A bargain cutting that carries a viroid or turns out male can wipe out weeks of work and power bills. A tested, female-guaranteed clone from clean stock removes that gamble. When you weigh the price of one plant against the cost of a failed run, the small premium for verified genetics pays for itself. That is the whole reason we test our mothers and root every clone before it ships.
Clones versus seeds on cost
Seeds look cheaper per unit, but the math is not that simple. With regular seeds you buy extra to cover males you will cull, and you wait through germination and sexing. A female clone skips both. You also skip the phenotype lottery, since a clone is an exact copy of a known plant while a pack of seeds can throw a range of results. We compare the full picture in our clones versus seeds guide, which helps you decide which route fits your budget and timeline.
Hidden costs to factor in
The sticker price on a clone is only part of your real spend. Shipping matters, since live plants travel in insulated packaging and sometimes need faster service to arrive healthy. Location plays a role too, because clone prices vary between markets depending on local supply and regulation. And the biggest hidden cost is failure: a plant that arrives sick or turns out male costs you the pot, the medium, the water, and the electricity you poured into it before you found out. When you price a clone, weigh the plant against the run it protects rather than the tag alone.
- Shipping: live plants need careful, sometimes expedited, packaging.
- Local market: supply and regulation shift prices region to region.
- Failure risk: an untested plant can waste a whole cycle of inputs.
You can compare the full lineup on our all strains page, and volume buyers can use the wholesale program.
Frequently asked questions
Why are some clones under $15?
Very cheap clones are often unverified, meaning they may not be tested for viroids like HLVd or guaranteed female. The low price can mask a higher risk of losing your crop, so weigh cost against reliability.
Do I save money buying in bulk?
Usually yes. Most nurseries lower the per-plant price on larger orders, so buying several clones at once typically costs less each than buying a single plant.
Are clones cheaper than seeds overall?
Per unit seeds can be cheaper, but clones save you the cost and time of culling males and sexing plants. A female-guaranteed clone often works out to better value once you count the full run.
What makes a clone worth a higher price?
Verified health and convenience. HLVd testing, a female guarantee, and a well-developed root system all reduce your risk and effort, which is what you are really paying for in a quality clone.
See current pricing on freshly rooted, female-guaranteed genetics on our cannabis clones for sale page and order with confidence.