This pot of delicate lavender orchids cost VND99 million at Quang Ba market in Tay Ho district, Hanoi during Tet 2017.

The display consists of 100 small orchids carefully arranged into layers of cascading flowers.

The precious orchids are transported from central highland Da Lat City.

Strong rootstock established in large flowerpots for grafting a variety of orchids according to a customer’s taste.

A vase planted with more than 100 multicoloured orchids costs VND86 million.

Despite the high prices, orchid displays are much sought after by many customers who wish to welcome Tet with a flourish.

This vase planted with a spectacular arrangement of pastel yellow flowers costs VND75 million.