Carrot (胡萝卜)

Carrot is the cheapest and fastest-growing plant in Garden Horizons, making it the perfect choice for new players to build initial capital.

Basic Information

Attribute Value
Rarity Common (普通)
Buy Price $20
Average Weight 0.07kg
Base Sell Price $30
Harvest Type Single-harvest (单次收获)
Growth Time Very Fast
ROI 50% (when harvested at Lush)

Where to Buy

Available at Bill's Seed Shop in the central hub of the game map. The shop restocks every 5 minutes, so check back frequently for availability.

Value Calculations

Without Mutations

Base Sell: $30
Unripe (1.0x): $30
Ripened (2.0x): $60
Lush (3.0x): $90 ⭐ Best value

With Starstruck Mutation (6.5×)

$30 (Base) × 3.0 (Lush) × 6.5 (Starstruck) = $585

With Multiple Mutations

$30 × 3.0 (Lush) × 6.5 (Starstruck) × 2.0 (Wet) = $1,170

Planting Strategy

✅ Advantages

  • Cheapest seed - Only $20 to buy
  • Fast growth - Quick turnover for rapid investment
  • 50% ROI - Excellent return on investment
  • Single harvest - Replant for optimal mutation stacking
  • Perfect for beginners - Low risk, high reward

❌ Disadvantages

  • Low base value - $30 base sell price is minimal
  • Not suitable for late game - Better plants available later
  • Requires mass planting - Need many plants for significant profit
  • Mutation dependent - Requires mutations for high-value returns

Optimal Use Cases

1. Early Game Capital Building

Phase: First 1-2 hours of gameplay

Strategy: Mass plant carrots → Wait for Lush → Harvest → Reinvest
Target: Accumulate $5,000 - $10,000 for better seeds
Time: 30-45 minutes per cycle

2. Mutation Farming

Phase: After unlocking basic tools

Strategy: Plant 50+ carrots → Wait for Starstruck weather → Harvest massive profit
Target: $50,000+ per harvest with Starstruck
Risk: Weather-dependent, requires patience

3. Quick Cash Recovery

Phase: Any time you need fast funds

Strategy: Plant all available space with carrots → Harvest at Lush
Target: Quick 2-3x return on investment
Time: 10-15 minutes

Growth Tips

How to Maximize Profit

  1. Always Wait for Lush - 3.0x multiplier is worth the wait
  2. Plant in Mass - More plants = more total profit
  3. Weather Awareness - Watch for mutation-triggering weather
  4. Use Favorite Tool - Protect valuable mutated crops
  5. Harvest Strategically - Don't harvest all at once, preserve best mutations

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Harvesting too early - Missing out on 2-3x Lush multiplier ❌ Ignoring weather - Losing free mutation opportunities ❌ Under-planting - Not maximizing space efficiency ❌ Not reinvesting - Hoarding cash instead of buying better seeds

Comparison with Other Starter Plants

Plant Price Base Sell ROI Speed
Carrot $20 $30 50% ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fastest
Onion $200 $220 10% ⭐⭐⭐ Fast
Corn $100 $15 -85% ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Multi-harvest

Verdict: Carrot is the best choice for your first $5,000.

Advanced Strategies

Carrot Mutation Farming Setup

Optimal Layout: 5x5 grid of carrots (25 plants)
Tools Needed: Basic Sprinkler ($15k)
Expected Return: $2,250 per cycle (without mutations)
With Starstruck: $14,625 per cycle

Weather Synchronization

Best weather for carrots:

  • Rainy (50% Wet mutation) - 2.0x additional multiplier
  • Meteor Shower (5-10% Starstruck) - 6.5x massive multiplier
  • Any weather + Lush = 3.0x baseline

Investment Formula

Investment: (Number of Plants × $20)
Tools: $15k (Basic Sprinkler) - optional
Expected Return: (Number of Plants × $90) with Lush
Break-even: 167 plants (without tools)
Profit Cycle: 2-3 harvests

When to Move On

Signs You're Ready for Better Plants

✅ You have $5,000+ - Can afford Beetroot seeds ✅ You own Basic Sprinkler - Automation unlocked ✅ You understand mutations - Ready for advanced strategies ✅ You're bored with carrots - Time to expand!

Next Steps After Carrots

  1. Beetroot ($2,500) - 50% ROI, better base value
  2. Invest in tools - Watering Can ($5k), Sprinkler ($15k)
  3. Save for seed packs - Chance at Legendary seeds
  4. Learn weather patterns - Optimize mutation hunting

Community Tips

"Carrots are the backbone of any successful Garden Horizons economy. Master them first, profit later." - Top Player

"I made my first million by planting 100 carrots and catching a Starstruck mutation. Never underestimate the power of cheap seeds!" - Community Guide

Data Accuracy: ✅ Verified from official sources Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Plant Number: 1 of 27 Next Plant: Corn →