Banana
Available from Bill's Seed Shop for 500 Shillings
Base Value
750 $
Lush Value
2.3k $
Seed Cost
500 $
Base Weight
0.07 kg
Banana Sell Value Table
| Condition | Multiplier | Sell Value |
|---|---|---|
| 🌱 Unripe (base) | 1.0× | 750 $ |
| 🌿 Ripened | 2.0× | 1.5k $ |
| 🌳 Lush | 3.0× | 2.3k $ |
| 🥈 Silver + Lush | 6.0× | 4.5k $ |
| 🥇 Gold + Lush | 15.0× | 11.3k $ |
| 🌟 Starstruck + Lush | 19.5× | 14.6k $ |
| 🥇🌟 Gold + Starstruck + Lush | 97.5× | 73.1k $ |
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× | 2.3k $ |
| Foggy | 4.5× | 3.4k $ |
| Flooded | 4.5× | 3.4k $ |
| Soaked | 4.5× | 3.4k $ |
| Chilled | 4.5× | 3.4k $ |
| Snowy | 6.0× | 4.5k $ |
| Sandy | 7.5× | 5.6k $ |
| Frost Pit | 10.5× | 7.9k $ |
| Mossy | 10.5× | 7.9k $ |
| Shocked | 13.5× | 10.1k $ |
| Muddy | 13.5× | 10.1k $ |
| Starstruck | 19.5× | 14.6k $ |
Mutations stack additively. Multiple mutations multiply together with ripening and color variant.
Banana Weight Scaling in Garden Horizons
A typical Banana 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 Banana 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
563 $
-75%
Base weight
2.3k $
baseline
2× weight
9.0k $
+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.
Banana Color Variants —Silver & Gold
Color variants in Garden Horizons multiply the final sell value of your Banana. 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
2.3k $
3.0× base
🥈 Silver + Lush
4.5k $
6.0× base
🥇 Gold + Lush
11.3k $
15.0× base
A Gold Banana at Lush with Starstruck mutation reaches 73.1k $ —that is 97.5× the base value. Gold variants are rare but incredibly rewarding, especially on high-value epic-tier crops. Check the Variants guide for drop rates and strategies.
About Banana in Garden Horizons
Banana is the Epic tier's most accessible multi-harvest plant, offering a perfect balance of value and convenience. At 500 $ seed cost with a 750 $ base value, Banana pays for itself before even reaching Lush stage. The multi-harvest mechanic means your initial investment keeps generating income indefinitely —each Lush harvest of 2,250 $ is pure profit after the first cycle. Banana's tropical appearance and fruit-cluster harvest animation make it one of the most visually distinctive plants in the game.
For players who prefer passive income over active replanting, Banana is the Epic-tier answer. Plant it once and collect 2,250 $ per Lush harvest forever. Over 10 harvests, that's 22,500 $ from a 500 $ seed —a 4,400% cumulative ROI. Banana is particularly effective as a garden backbone: dedicate several plots to Banana for steady income while using remaining plots for high-risk, high-reward single-harvest crops like Wheat or Potato.
Banana Farming Guide —Garden Horizons
Banana is a Epic-rarity multi-harvest plant in Garden Horizons. Seeds cost 500 Shillings from Bill's Seed Shop. With a base sell value of 750 Shillings, it reaches 2.3k $ 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 Banana 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 Banana is classified as Slow, so plan your garden layout accordingly.
How to Get Banana Seeds in Garden Horizons
Banana seeds are available at Bill's Seed Shop for 500 Shillings. The shop restocks every 5 minutes, so if Banana is sold out, check back shortly. As a epic-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 Banana 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 Banana
Mutations are triggered by weather events in Garden Horizons and multiply your Banana's sell value on top of ripening and color variant. The most valuable single mutation for Banana is Starstruck (6.5×), which triggers during Starfall weather. A Starstruck Banana at Lush sells for 14.6k $.
🌟 Starstruck + Lush
14.6k $
19.5× base value
🥇 Gold + Starstruck + Lush
73.1k $
97.5× base value
🌟🍄 Starstruck + Mossy + Lush
51.2k $
68.3× base value
Mutations stack multiplicatively with each other. If your Banana gets both Starstruck and Muddy (4.5×) during the same growth cycle, the combined Lush value reaches 65.8k $. The key strategy is to plant Banana 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 Banana Worth Growing?
At a seed cost of 500 $ and a Lush sell value of 2.3k $, Banana 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 epic-rarity plants, Banana ranks #5 out of 6 by base value. While not the highest earner in its tier, Banana compensates with multi-harvest convenience.
With weather mutations active, the value can skyrocket —a Starstruck Banana at Lush sells for 14.6k $, and a Gold variant with Starstruck reaches an incredible 73.1k $. For players focused on maximizing Shillings per plot, Banana is a solid option in the epic tier.
Banana Pro Farming Tips
- Epic multi-harvest value. Banana combines Epic-tier earnings (750 $ base) with multi-harvest convenience —the best of both worlds.
- First-harvest payoff. At 500 $ seed cost and 750 $ base value, Banana is profitable even before reaching Lush —zero risk investment.
- Passive income engine. Plant Banana in permanent plots and collect 2,250 $ per Lush harvest indefinitely —no replanting needed.
- Tropical garden anchor. Use Banana as your garden's income foundation while experimenting with expensive single-harvest seeds elsewhere.
- Cumulative wealth builder. Ten Lush harvests = 22,500 $ from a 500 $ seed. Banana is the compound interest of Garden Horizons.
Frequently Asked Questions About Banana
What is Banana worth at Lush in Garden Horizons?
Banana sells for 2.3k Shillings at Lush ripening (3.0× base value) at base weight. With a Silver variant it reaches 4.5k $, and with Gold it hits 11.3k $. Add Starstruck mutation to Gold Lush for a maximum of 73.1k $.
Where do I buy Banana seeds?
Banana seeds are sold at Bill's Seed Shop for 500 Shillings. The shop restocks every 5 minutes. Make sure your gardening level is high enough to unlock epic-rarity seeds.
What is the best mutation for Banana?
Starstruck is the highest single mutation at 6.5× multiplier, boosting a Lush Banana to 14.6k $. For dual mutations, Starstruck + Muddy (4.5×) together push the value to 65.8k $ at Lush. Stack these with a Gold variant for maximum profit.
Is Banana single-harvest or multi-harvest?
Banana 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 Banana sell price?
Weight scaling is quadratic in Garden Horizons. A Banana at 2× base weight (0.14 kg) sells for 4× the normal price. At Lush, that means 9.0k $ instead of 2.3k $. Heavier crops are always more valuable —use the Calculator for precise values.
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