Apple
Available from Bill's Seed Shop for 180 Shillings
Base Value
270 $
Lush Value
810 $
Seed Cost
180 $
Base Weight
0.07 kg
Apple Sell Value Table
| Condition | Multiplier | Sell Value |
|---|---|---|
| 🌱 Unripe (base) | 1.0× | 270 $ |
| 🌿 Ripened | 2.0× | 540 $ |
| 🌳 Lush | 3.0× | 810 $ |
| 🥈 Silver + Lush | 6.0× | 1.6k $ |
| 🥇 Gold + Lush | 15.0× | 4.0k $ |
| 🌟 Starstruck + Lush | 19.5× | 5.3k $ |
| 🥇🌟 Gold + Starstruck + Lush | 97.5× | 26.3k $ |
Values shown at base weight (0.07 kg). Heavier crops sell for more —weight is squared in the formula. Use the Calculator for exact values.
Mutation Values at Lush
| Mutation | Multiplier | Lush Value |
|---|---|---|
| No mutation | 3.0× | 810 $ |
| Foggy | 4.5× | 1.2k $ |
| Flooded | 4.5× | 1.2k $ |
| Soaked | 4.5× | 1.2k $ |
| Chilled | 4.5× | 1.2k $ |
| Snowy | 6.0× | 1.6k $ |
| Sandy | 7.5× | 2.0k $ |
| Frost Pit | 10.5× | 2.8k $ |
| Mossy | 10.5× | 2.8k $ |
| Shocked | 13.5× | 3.6k $ |
| Muddy | 13.5× | 3.6k $ |
| Starstruck | 19.5× | 5.3k $ |
Mutations stack additively. Multiple mutations multiply together with ripening and color variant.
Apple Weight Scaling in Garden Horizons
A typical Apple weighs around 0.07 kg at harvest. Crop weight has a major impact on sell price —the scaling is quadratic, meaning a crop twice as heavy as average earns roughly 4× more at the market. Weight is determined randomly at harvest time, so heavier Apple crops are naturally more valuable. Using the Garden Horizons Calculator, you can input any custom weight to see the exact sell price.
0.5× weight
203 $
-75%
Base weight
810 $
baseline
2× weight
3.2k $
+300%
Tip: The sell formula is base × ripening × (weight / baseWeight)² × mutations × variant. Even a small weight increase compounds dramatically with mutations and Gold variant active.
Apple Color Variants —Silver & Gold
Color variants in Garden Horizons multiply the final sell value of your Apple. There are three possible colors: Normal (1×), Silver (2×), and Gold (5×). The color is assigned randomly when the crop spawns, and it stacks multiplicatively with ripening stage and any active mutations.
Normal + Lush
810 $
3.0× base
🥈 Silver + Lush
1.6k $
6.0× base
🥇 Gold + Lush
4.0k $
15.0× base
A Gold Apple at Lush with Starstruck mutation reaches 26.3k $ —that is 97.5× the base value. Gold variants are rare but incredibly rewarding, especially on high-value rare-tier crops. Check the Variants guide for drop rates and strategies.
About Apple in Garden Horizons
Apple is the Rare tier's premier multi-harvest fruit tree in Garden Horizons. With a base value of 270 $ and the ability to regrow after each harvest, Apple offers the best of both worlds —high per-harvest value and long-term sustainability. The slow growth speed means you'll wait longer for each harvest, but the multi-harvest mechanic ensures your 180 $ seed investment pays dividends for the entire life of the plant. Apple trees are a common sight in well-optimized gardens.
Strategically, Apple fills the role of a "set and forget" Rare crop. Plant it once, and it generates 810 $ per Lush harvest indefinitely. After just the first harvest, you've already earned 4.5x your seed cost, and every subsequent harvest is pure profit. Apple is ideal for players who want Rare-tier income without the constant replanting that Rose or Beetroot require. Pair it with weather mutations for explosive returns.
Apple Farming Guide —Garden Horizons
Apple is a Rare-rarity multi-harvest plant in Garden Horizons. Seeds cost 180 Shillings from Bill's Seed Shop. With a base sell value of 270 Shillings, it reaches 810 $ at full Lush ripening. As a multi-harvest plant, it continues producing fruit after each harvest without needing to replant, making it excellent for sustained income.
Every Apple goes through three growth stages: Unripe (1.0×), Ripened (2.0×), and Lush (3.0×). Always wait for the Lush stage before harvesting —selling early at Ripened means losing a third of your potential income. The growth speed for Apple is classified as Slow, so plan your garden layout accordingly.
How to Get Apple Seeds in Garden Horizons
Apple seeds are available at Bill's Seed Shop for 180 Shillings. The shop restocks every 5 minutes, so if Apple is sold out, check back shortly. As a rare-rarity seed, it may require a certain gardening level to unlock —make sure you have progressed far enough before looking for it in the shop.
After purchasing the seed, plant it in any available plot. Since Apple is multi-harvest, you only need to buy the seed once —it will keep producing fruit after each harvest, giving you repeated income from a single investment.
Best Mutations for Apple
Mutations are triggered by weather events in Garden Horizons and multiply your Apple's sell value on top of ripening and color variant. The most valuable single mutation for Apple is Starstruck (6.5×), which triggers during Starfall weather. A Starstruck Apple at Lush sells for 5.3k $.
🌟 Starstruck + Lush
5.3k $
19.5× base value
🥇 Gold + Starstruck + Lush
26.3k $
97.5× base value
🌟🍄 Starstruck + Mossy + Lush
18.4k $
68.3× base value
Mutations stack multiplicatively with each other. If your Apple gets both Starstruck and Muddy (4.5×) during the same growth cycle, the combined Lush value reaches 23.7k $. The key strategy is to plant Apple right before weather events are forecast —check the in-game weather forecast and time your planting to catch as many mutation windows as possible. See the full Mutations guide for all 11 mutation types and their triggers.
Is Apple Worth Growing?
At a seed cost of 180 $ and a Lush sell value of 810 $, Apple offers a 350% ROI per harvest at base weight. Since it is multi-harvest, the ROI improves with every subsequent harvest because you do not need to repurchase the seed.
Among rare-rarity plants, Apple ranks #5 out of 6 by base value. While not the highest earner in its tier, Apple compensates with multi-harvest convenience.
With weather mutations active, the value can skyrocket —a Starstruck Apple at Lush sells for 5.3k $, and a Gold variant with Starstruck reaches an incredible 26.3k $. For players focused on maximizing Shillings per plot, Apple is a solid option in the rare tier.
Apple Pro Farming Tips
- Rare multi-harvest king. Apple combines Rare-tier value (270 $ base) with multi-harvest convenience —plant once, profit forever.
- One seed, infinite harvests. Your 180 $ seed investment pays for itself on the first Lush harvest (810 $) and keeps earning indefinitely.
- Slow but steady. Apple's slow growth means fewer harvests per day, but each one is worth 810 $ —quality over quantity.
- Weather stacking. Apple stays planted through multiple weather cycles, catching more mutations over its lifetime than single-harvest alternatives.
- Mid-game backbone. Use Apple as your garden's income backbone while experimenting with expensive Epic seeds in other plots.
Frequently Asked Questions About Apple
What is Apple worth at Lush in Garden Horizons?
Apple sells for 810 Shillings at Lush ripening (3.0× base value) at base weight. With a Silver variant it reaches 1.6k $, and with Gold it hits 4.0k $. Add Starstruck mutation to Gold Lush for a maximum of 26.3k $.
Where do I buy Apple seeds?
Apple seeds are sold at Bill's Seed Shop for 180 Shillings. The shop restocks every 5 minutes. Make sure your gardening level is high enough to unlock rare-rarity seeds.
What is the best mutation for Apple?
Starstruck is the highest single mutation at 6.5× multiplier, boosting a Lush Apple to 5.3k $. For dual mutations, Starstruck + Muddy (4.5×) together push the value to 23.7k $ at Lush. Stack these with a Gold variant for maximum profit.
Is Apple single-harvest or multi-harvest?
Apple is a multi-harvest plant. This means it regrows after each harvest without needing to replant, providing repeated income from a single seed purchase.
How does weight affect Apple sell price?
Weight scaling is quadratic in Garden Horizons. A Apple at 2× base weight (0.14 kg) sells for 4× the normal price. At Lush, that means 3.2k $ instead of 810 $. Heavier crops are always more valuable —use the Calculator for precise values.
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