Summary
After unlockingthe GreenhouseinStardew Valley, players are treated to a visit fromEvelyn, who kindly shares the recipe for theGarden Pot. Crafted with just 1Clay, 10Stone, and 1Refined Quartz, this humble item unlocks a world of farming possibilities.
Garden Pots can grow any seasonal crop when placed indoors or on Ginger Island, offering year-round flexibility for high-value or frequently needed produce. Whether stockpiling ingredients or optimizing space, Garden Pots are a game-changer for dedicated farmers. However, they have one exception to their versatility, as they cannot supportAncient Seeds.
1Tea Bush
Makes For An Easy Gifting Option
The Tea Bush is a low-maintenance, high-reward crop that thrives in Garden Pots. It’s grown from aTea Sapling, which players can craft after reaching a two-heart friendship withCaroline. The recipe requires two Wild Seeds, fiveFiber, and fiveWood. Tea Saplings can also be purchased from the Traveling Cart for between 750 and 1,250g, or at the Desert Festival, where up to ten can be bought from Caroline’s shop for tenCalico Eggeach. Once planted, the sapling matures into a Tea Bush in twenty days and does not require watering, making it perfect for indoor use. When placed indoors, it can even produce during winter.Tea Leavesare available for harvest each day from the 22nd to the 28th of every season.
Tea Leaves can be placed in aKegto makeGreen Tea, which takes three in-game hours to produce and sells for 100g, or 140gwith the Artisan Profession. It is loved by Caroline andLewis, and liked by most villagers except Jas and Vincent. Alternatively, placing Tea Leaves in aPreserves Jarcreates Pickled Tea Leaves, which sell for 150g. This item is loved byHarveyand liked by most villagers except Leo, Jas, Maru, Sam, Sebastian, Shane, and Vincent.
2Coffee Plant
Can Be Turned Into Coffee For Gifting Or Drinking
Coffee Bean, the seeds for the Coffee Plant, are most commonly dropped by Dust Sprites in the mines, though the chance is just one percent. They can also appear in the Traveling Cart’s special stock during Fall and Winter for 2,500g, or during any season for prices ranging from 100 to 1,000g. Once planted, Coffee Beans take ten days to grow. After maturing, the plant produces new beans every two days, with a small two percent chance of yielding extra. While Coffee Plants typically only grow in Spring and Summer, placing them in a Garden Pot allows for year-round production, making it easy to maintain a steady supply.
Five Coffee Beans can be placed into aKegto brewCoffee, a highly useful beverage that grants a speed boost. This makes it ideal for faster travel around the valley or deeper, more efficient mine runs. With the help of Garden Pots, players can enjoy an uninterrupted flow of Coffee no matter the season.
3Strawberries
A Highly Useful And Profitable Crop
Strawberryareone of the most profitable and versatile cropsavailable, though acquiring the seeds requires some planning.Strawberry Seedscan only be purchased during the Egg Festival atPierre’s stall for 100g each. They are also available during the Desert Festival fromMaru’s shop, costing five or sixCalico Eggon the first and third days. After planting, Strawberries take eight days to mature, then produce one fruit every four days. As a renewable crop, they continue to yield fruit throughout the growing season. When placed in a Garden Pot indoors or on Ginger Island, they can be grown year-round, providing a constant supply.
Strawberries are loved byDemetriusand Maru, and are generally well-liked by others. With the Tiller profession, their base value increases by ten percent. They can be turned intoWine, which sells for 360g, or up to 1,008g when aged and paired with the Artisan profession. Alternatively, Strawberry Jelly sells for 406g, and drying five strawberries in aDehydratoryields a single Dried Strawberry, which sells for an impressive 1,295g.
4Starfruit
Great For Turning Into Wine
Starfruitis one of the most valuable crops inStardew Valley, second only to theSweet Gem Berryin terms of profit.Starfruit Seedsaresold exclusively at the Oasisfor 400g and take thirteen days to grow. Unlike many crops, Starfruit produces only one fruit per planting and does not regenerate. One free seed is also awarded byGuntherafter donating fifteen items to the museum.
With the Tiller profession, a single Starfruit can sell for up to 1,650g. Processing boosts its value even further - Starfruit Wine sells for 2,250g, or 6,300g when aged and paired with the Artisan profession. Starfruit Jelly brings in 2,170g, while drying five pieces in aDehydratorcreates Dried Starfruit, which sells for a massive 7,910g. Though incredibly profitable, its lack of regrowth and singular use as a money-making crop places it lower on the list for Garden Pot practicality. However, it remains an excellent choice for players focused purely on maximizing income.
5Hops
Made Into Pale Ale For Gifting And Quests
Hopsare a highly productive crop ideal for continuous harvesting and profitable artisan goods.Hops Starterare available during Summer fromPierre’s shop for 60g. The plant takes eleven days to mature, after which it produces fresh Hops daily, making it a reliable option for steady output. Hops are most valuable when processed in aKegto createPale Ale, which takes 37.5 in-game hours to brew.Pale Ale sells for 300g by default, and with the Artisan profession and full aging to Iridium quality, it can reach a sale price of 840g. It’s loved byPamand liked by most villagers except Jas, Vincent, Leo, Penny, and Sebastian.
Alternatively, Hops can be placed in aPreserves Jarto create Pickled Hops, which sell for 140g with the Artisan bonus. Though its raw value is modest, the daily harvest rate makes Hops one of the most efficient crops for artisan production, especially when grown in Garden Pots for year-round brewing potential.
6Sunflowers
Produces More Seeds When Harvested
Sunflowerare a renewable crop with both gifting and crafting value.Sunflower Seedscan be purchased fromPierre’s for 200g each. The plant takes eight days to mature, and upon harvest, players receive one Sunflower along with a chance to gain one or two additional seeds, allowing for continuous replanting with little extra cost. With the Tiller profession, Sunflowers can sell for up to 176g each. They’re also great for building relationships, asHaleyloves them and most villagers like them, except for Clint, George, and Sebastian, who dislike them.
In addition to gifting, Sunflowers can be processed in anOil Makerto produceOil, adding utility beyond profit. While not the most lucrative crop, their quick growth, renewable nature, and social value make them a solid choice for Garden Pots, especially for players focused on gifting and crafting.
7Grape
A Good Option For Turning Into Wine Before Unlocking Better Options
Grape Starterare available for purchase at Pierre’s for 60g each during the Fall.Grapes reproduce every three days, making them a reliable and renewable source of fruit.Grapeare a loved gift byVincentand can be turned into wine. When aged and with the Artisan Profession, each bottle of Grape Wine can sell for up to 672g. On their own, Grapes can be sold for 176g each with the Tiller Profession.
Before gaining access to more difficult crops such asAncient Fruit,Starfruit, andStrawberry, Grapes are a solid option for making wine, offering a consistent and profitable crop that regrows quickly.
8Tomato
Greatly Useful In Cooking
Tomato Seedscan be bought atPierre’s for 50g each. They take 11 days to mature and reproduce fruit every 4 days after that. EachTomatocan be sold for up to 120 gold, making it a solid source of income throughout the year when consistently growing in the Garden Pot.
In addition to its profit potential, Tomatoes are key ingredients inseveral cooking recipesrequired for perfection, such asBruschetta,Eggplant Parmesan,Fish Stew,Pizza,Spaghetti, andVegetable Medley. They are well-liked by most villagers, though Abigail, Haley, Jas, Sam, and Vincent don’t enjoy them. When turned into Pickles, Tomatoes sell for 238g with the Artisan profession, making them even more profitable and useful.
