Data as of Oct 18, 2026Based on 99 AI responses
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
The Sill remains the top online plant retailer recommended by AI, valued for its curated selection and beginner-friendly experience. However, since late 2025, marketplaces like Etsy and major retailers including The Home Depot have gained significant ground, broadening AI's recommendations beyond just specialist online nurseries.
Rank and Mentioned in · since Jul 5
| # | Brand | Recommended for | Mentioned in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46% | ||
| 2 | 45% | ||
| 3 | AI's top pick for realistic faux plants, often praised for quality. | AI's top pick for realistic faux plants, often praised for quality. | 44% |
| 4 | 36% | ||
| 5 | 20% | ||
| 6 | A growing favorite for realistic faux stems and hanging plants. | A growing favorite for realistic faux stems and hanging plants. | 18% |
| 7 | 15% | ||
| 8 | 13% | ||
| 9 | The top choice for curated, beginner-friendly online plant shopping. | The top choice for curated, beginner-friendly online plant shopping. | 11% |
| 10 | 10% | ||
| 11 | Praised for its surprisingly realistic and affordable "FEJKA" line of faux plants. | Praised for its surprisingly realistic and affordable "FEJKA" line of faux plants. | 10% |
| 12 | 7% | ||
| 13 | 5% | ||
| 14 | 5% | ||
| 15 | 5% |
Since Jul 5
Widest split: Afloral, 2% on ChatGPT Search and 35% on Google AI Mode.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snake Plant | 48% | 45% | |
| Pothos Health | 48% | 43% | |
| Nearly Natural | 38% | 51% | |
| Spider Plant | 46% | 27% | |
| West Elm | 14% | 27% | |
| Afloral | 2% | 35% | |
| Aloe Vera | 16% | 14% | |
| Pottery Barn | 14% | 12% | |
| The Sill | 4% | 18% | |
| CB2 | 10% | 10% |
8% of citations point at the ranked brands’ own sites. yardandgarden.extension.iastate.edu, thespruce.com, reddit.com are the most-cited sites outside the ranked brands’ own domains.
Market map
Mentioned in · since Jul 5
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