Mushroom
Available from Bill's Seed Shop for 25 Shillings
Base Value
40 $
Lush Value
120 $
Seed Cost
25 $
Base Weight
0.07 kg
Mushroom Sell Value Table
| Condition | Multiplier | Sell Value |
|---|---|---|
| 🌱 Unripe (base) | 1.0× | 40 $ |
| 🌿 Ripened | 2.0× | 80 $ |
| 🌳 Lush | 3.0× | 120 $ |
| 🥈 Silver + Lush | 6.0× | 240 $ |
| 🥇 Gold + Lush | 15.0× | 600 $ |
| 🌟 Starstruck + Lush | 19.5× | 780 $ |
| 🥇🌟 Gold + Starstruck + Lush | 97.5× | 3.9k $ |
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× | 120 $ |
| Foggy | 4.5× | 180 $ |
| Flooded | 4.5× | 180 $ |
| Soaked | 4.5× | 180 $ |
| Chilled | 4.5× | 180 $ |
| Snowy | 6.0× | 240 $ |
| Sandy | 7.5× | 300 $ |
| Frost Pit | 10.5× | 420 $ |
| Mossy | 10.5× | 420 $ |
| Shocked | 13.5× | 540 $ |
| Muddy | 13.5× | 540 $ |
| Starstruck | 19.5× | 780 $ |
Mutations stack additively. Multiple mutations multiply together with ripening and color variant.
Mushroom Weight Scaling in Garden Horizons
A typical Mushroom 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 Mushroom 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
30 $
-75%
Base weight
120 $
baseline
2× weight
480 $
+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.
Mushroom Color Variants —Silver & Gold
Color variants in Garden Horizons multiply the final sell value of your Mushroom. 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
120 $
3.0× base
🥈 Silver + Lush
240 $
6.0× base
🥇 Gold + Lush
600 $
15.0× base
A Gold Mushroom at Lush with Starstruck mutation reaches 3.9k $ —that is 97.5× the base value. Gold variants are rare but incredibly rewarding, especially on high-value uncommon-tier crops. Check the Variants guide for drop rates and strategies.
About Mushroom in Garden Horizons
Mushroom holds a special place in Garden Horizons as one of the first multi-harvest plants players can access. Unlike single-harvest crops that disappear after picking, Mushroom regrows automatically —meaning your 25 Shilling seed investment keeps paying dividends indefinitely. Its base value of 40 $ per harvest is modest, but the cumulative earnings over dozens of harvests make Mushroom one of the most cost-efficient plants in the game. The fungal aesthetic also makes it a unique addition to any garden layout.
Mushroom's true power is in longevity. After the initial 25 $ seed cost, every subsequent Lush harvest of 120 $ is pure profit. Over 10 harvests, that's 1,200 $ from a 25 $ investment —a staggering 4,700% total ROI. Plant Mushroom in permanent plots that you don't plan to rotate, and let it generate passive income while you focus your active attention on higher-value single-harvest crops. Mushroom is also thematically tied to foggy weather, making it a natural mutation target.
Mushroom Farming Guide —Garden Horizons
Mushroom is a Uncommon-rarity multi-harvest plant in Garden Horizons. Seeds cost 25 Shillings from Bill's Seed Shop. With a base sell value of 40 Shillings, it reaches 120 $ 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 Mushroom 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 Mushroom is classified as Medium, so plan your garden layout accordingly.
How to Get Mushroom Seeds in Garden Horizons
Mushroom seeds are available at Bill's Seed Shop for 25 Shillings. The shop restocks every 5 minutes, so if Mushroom is sold out, check back shortly. As a uncommon-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 Mushroom 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 Mushroom
Mutations are triggered by weather events in Garden Horizons and multiply your Mushroom's sell value on top of ripening and color variant. The most valuable single mutation for Mushroom is Starstruck (6.5×), which triggers during Starfall weather. A Starstruck Mushroom at Lush sells for 780 $.
🌟 Starstruck + Lush
780 $
19.5× base value
🥇 Gold + Starstruck + Lush
3.9k $
97.5× base value
🌟🍄 Starstruck + Mossy + Lush
2.7k $
68.3× base value
Mutations stack multiplicatively with each other. If your Mushroom gets both Starstruck and Muddy (4.5×) during the same growth cycle, the combined Lush value reaches 3.5k $. The key strategy is to plant Mushroom 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 Mushroom Worth Growing?
At a seed cost of 25 $ and a Lush sell value of 120 $, Mushroom offers a 380% 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 uncommon-rarity plants, Mushroom ranks #4 out of 5 by base value. While not the highest earner in its tier, Mushroom compensates with multi-harvest convenience.
With weather mutations active, the value can skyrocket —a Starstruck Mushroom at Lush sells for 780 $, and a Gold variant with Starstruck reaches an incredible 3.9k $. For players focused on maximizing Shillings per plot, Mushroom is a solid option in the uncommon tier.
Mushroom Pro Farming Tips
- Set it and forget it. Mushroom regrows after every harvest —plant once and collect income indefinitely without repurchasing seeds.
- Cumulative ROI monster. A 25 $ seed that produces 120 $ per Lush harvest means break-even on the first pick and pure profit forever after.
- Permanent plot candidate. Dedicate 2-3 plots to Mushroom as a passive income base while rotating other plots for higher-value crops.
- Foggy weather synergy. Mushroom thrives thematically in fog —watch for Foggy weather to stack the 1.5× mutation on your fungi.
- Early multi-harvest access. Mushroom teaches you the multi-harvest mechanic before you unlock expensive options like Banana or Cherry.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mushroom
What is Mushroom worth at Lush in Garden Horizons?
Mushroom sells for 120 Shillings at Lush ripening (3.0× base value) at base weight. With a Silver variant it reaches 240 $, and with Gold it hits 600 $. Add Starstruck mutation to Gold Lush for a maximum of 3.9k $.
Where do I buy Mushroom seeds?
Mushroom seeds are sold at Bill's Seed Shop for 25 Shillings. The shop restocks every 5 minutes. Make sure your gardening level is high enough to unlock uncommon-rarity seeds.
What is the best mutation for Mushroom?
Starstruck is the highest single mutation at 6.5× multiplier, boosting a Lush Mushroom to 780 $. For dual mutations, Starstruck + Muddy (4.5×) together push the value to 3.5k $ at Lush. Stack these with a Gold variant for maximum profit.
Is Mushroom single-harvest or multi-harvest?
Mushroom 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 Mushroom sell price?
Weight scaling is quadratic in Garden Horizons. A Mushroom at 2× base weight (0.14 kg) sells for 4× the normal price. At Lush, that means 480 $ instead of 120 $. Heavier crops are always more valuable —use the Calculator for precise values.
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