Corn
Available from Bill's Seed Shop for 10 Shillings
Base Value
15 $
Lush Value
45 $
Seed Cost
10 $
Base Weight
0.07 kg
Corn Sell Value Table
| Condition | Multiplier | Sell Value |
|---|---|---|
| 🌱 Unripe (base) | 1.0× | 15 $ |
| 🌿 Ripened | 2.0× | 30 $ |
| 🌳 Lush | 3.0× | 45 $ |
| 🥈 Silver + Lush | 6.0× | 90 $ |
| 🥇 Gold + Lush | 15.0× | 225 $ |
| 🌟 Starstruck + Lush | 19.5× | 293 $ |
| 🥇🌟 Gold + Starstruck + Lush | 97.5× | 1.5k $ |
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× | 45 $ |
| Foggy | 4.5× | 68 $ |
| Flooded | 4.5× | 68 $ |
| Soaked | 4.5× | 68 $ |
| Chilled | 4.5× | 68 $ |
| Snowy | 6.0× | 90 $ |
| Sandy | 7.5× | 113 $ |
| Frost Pit | 10.5× | 158 $ |
| Mossy | 10.5× | 158 $ |
| Shocked | 13.5× | 203 $ |
| Muddy | 13.5× | 203 $ |
| Starstruck | 19.5× | 293 $ |
Mutations stack additively. Multiple mutations multiply together with ripening and color variant.
Corn Weight Scaling in Garden Horizons
A typical Corn 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 Corn 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
11 $
-75%
Base weight
45 $
baseline
2× weight
180 $
+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.
Corn Color Variants —Silver & Gold
Color variants in Garden Horizons multiply the final sell value of your Corn. 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
45 $
3.0× base
🥈 Silver + Lush
90 $
6.0× base
🥇 Gold + Lush
225 $
15.0× base
A Gold Corn at Lush with Starstruck mutation reaches 1.5k $ —that is 97.5× the base value. Gold variants are rare but incredibly rewarding, especially on high-value common-tier crops. Check the Variants guide for drop rates and strategies.
About Corn in Garden Horizons
Corn is the cheapest seed in Garden Horizons at just 10 Shillings, making it the most accessible crop for brand-new players. While its base value of 15 $ is the lowest in the game, Corn's true strength lies in its incredibly low barrier to entry. It's the perfect "filler crop" —when you have empty plots and not enough Shillings for better seeds, Corn keeps your garden productive. Some speedrunners use Corn exclusively in the early game to maximize harvests per minute for rapid XP gain.
Corn's 50% ROI per harvest seems low, but the fast growth speed compensates. You can cycle through 3-4 Corn harvests in the time it takes a Rare plant to reach Lush. For early-game players, the total Shillings earned per hour from Corn can actually rival slower, more expensive crops. Once you have enough capital, phase out Corn in favor of Onion or Strawberry for better returns.
Corn Farming Guide —Garden Horizons
Corn is a Common-rarity single-harvest plant in Garden Horizons. Seeds cost 10 Shillings from Bill's Seed Shop. With a base sell value of 15 Shillings, it reaches 45 $ at full Lush ripening. As a single-harvest plant, you need to replant after each harvest, so timing your harvests with weather events is crucial.
Every Corn 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 Corn is classified as Fast, so plan your garden layout accordingly.
How to Get Corn Seeds in Garden Horizons
Corn seeds are available at Bill's Seed Shop for 10 Shillings. The shop restocks every 5 minutes, so if Corn is sold out, check back shortly. As a common-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 Corn is single-harvest, you will need to buy a new seed after each harvest. Budget accordingly and consider planting multiple Corn crops at once to maximize your earnings per growth cycle.
Best Mutations for Corn
Mutations are triggered by weather events in Garden Horizons and multiply your Corn's sell value on top of ripening and color variant. The most valuable single mutation for Corn is Starstruck (6.5×), which triggers during Starfall weather. A Starstruck Corn at Lush sells for 293 $.
🌟 Starstruck + Lush
293 $
19.5× base value
🥇 Gold + Starstruck + Lush
1.5k $
97.5× base value
🌟🍄 Starstruck + Mossy + Lush
1.0k $
68.3× base value
Mutations stack multiplicatively with each other. If your Corn gets both Starstruck and Muddy (4.5×) during the same growth cycle, the combined Lush value reaches 1.3k $. The key strategy is to plant Corn 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 Corn Worth Growing?
At a seed cost of 10 $ and a Lush sell value of 45 $, Corn offers a 350% ROI per harvest at base weight. As a single-harvest plant, you need to factor in the repurchase cost for each cycle.
Among common-rarity plants, Corn ranks #4 out of 4 by base value. While not the highest earner in its tier, Corn can still be profitable with the right mutation timing.
With weather mutations active, the value can skyrocket —a Starstruck Corn at Lush sells for 293 $, and a Gold variant with Starstruck reaches an incredible 1.5k $. For players focused on maximizing Shillings per plot, Corn is a solid option in the common tier.
Corn Pro Farming Tips
- Cheapest entry point. At 10 $ per seed, Corn lets you fill every plot even when you're nearly broke —never leave plots empty.
- Speed over value. Corn's fast growth means more harvests per hour. In early game, harvest frequency beats individual crop value.
- XP grinding champion. Each harvest gives XP regardless of sell value —Corn's quick cycles make it the fastest way to level up early.
- Pair with weather windows. Plant Corn right before a storm forecast —even a 15 $ base crop becomes worthwhile with Muddy (4.5×) or Starstruck (6.5×).
- Know when to move on. Once you can afford Onion seeds (200 $), start transitioning —Corn's low value doesn't scale well into mid-game.
Frequently Asked Questions About Corn
What is Corn worth at Lush in Garden Horizons?
Corn sells for 45 Shillings at Lush ripening (3.0× base value) at base weight. With a Silver variant it reaches 90 $, and with Gold it hits 225 $. Add Starstruck mutation to Gold Lush for a maximum of 1.5k $.
Where do I buy Corn seeds?
Corn seeds are sold at Bill's Seed Shop for 10 Shillings. The shop restocks every 5 minutes. Make sure your gardening level is high enough to unlock common-rarity seeds.
What is the best mutation for Corn?
Starstruck is the highest single mutation at 6.5× multiplier, boosting a Lush Corn to 293 $. For dual mutations, Starstruck + Muddy (4.5×) together push the value to 1.3k $ at Lush. Stack these with a Gold variant for maximum profit.
Is Corn single-harvest or multi-harvest?
Corn is a single-harvest plant. This means you need to replant a new seed after each harvest. Plan your seed budget accordingly.
How does weight affect Corn sell price?
Weight scaling is quadratic in Garden Horizons. A Corn at 2× base weight (0.14 kg) sells for 4× the normal price. At Lush, that means 180 $ instead of 45 $. Heavier crops are always more valuable —use the Calculator for precise values.
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