Corn (玉米)
Corn is a multi-harvest plant that can be harvested 3 times from a single planting. While it has a negative base ROI, its fast growth cycle and multiple harvests offer unique strategic opportunities for quick reinvestment.
Basic Information
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common (普通) |
| Buy Price | $100 |
| Average Weight | 0.21kg |
| Base Sell Price | $15 (per harvest) |
| Harvest Type | Multi-harvest (3 harvests) |
| Growth Time | Fast |
| Total Yield | $45 (3 × $15) |
| Base ROI | -55% (without Lush) |
| Lush ROI | -10% (with Lush) |
Where to Buy
Available at Bill's Seed Shop in the central hub. Common spawn with consistent availability.
Value Calculations
Single Harvest (Without Mutations)
Base Sell: $15
Unripe (1.0x): $15
Ripened (2.0x): $30
Lush (3.0x): $45 ⭐ Per harvest
Complete Crop Cycle (3 Harvests)
Without Lush: $15 × 3 = $45 total
With Lush (all 3): $45 × 3 = $135 total
Investment: $100
Net Profit (Lush): $35
ROI: 35%
With Starstruck Mutation (6.5×) on Single Harvest
$15 (Base) × 3.0 (Lush) × 6.5 (Starstruck) = $292.50 per harvest
With 3 harvests: $292.50 × 3 = $877.50 total
Profit: $777.50
ROI: 777%
With Multiple Mutations
$15 × 3.0 (Lush) × 6.5 (Starstruck) × 2.0 (Wet) = $585 per harvest
With 3 harvests: $585 × 3 = $1,755 total
Profit: $1,655
ROI: 1,655%
Planting Strategy
✅ Advantages
- Multi-harvest - Get 3 harvests from 1 planting
- Fast growth - Quick turnover for rapid reinvestment
- Low cost - Only $100 per seed
- Mutation multiplication - Mutations apply to all 3 harvests
- Good for mutation hunting - Multiple chances per planting
- Fast learning - Quick feedback loop for beginners
❌ Disadvantages
- Negative base ROI - Actually lose money without Lush
- Low per-harvest value - $15 base is minimal
- Must wait for Lush - Critical for profitability
- Time intensive - Need to harvest 3 times per planting
- Not for capital building - Carrots are better for beginners
- Requires patience - Need to complete all 3 harvests for best value
Optimal Use Cases
1. Mutation Stacking Practice
Phase: Learning mutation mechanics
Strategy: Plant Corn → Wait for mutations → Harvest all 3 times → Learn multipliers
Target: Understand how mutations stack across harvests
Benefit: Low-risk learning environment
2. Quick Reinvestment Cycling
Phase: When you need fast cash turnover
Strategy: Plant Corn → Quick harvests → Reinvest profits immediately
Target: Maintain cash flow while waiting for better seeds
Time: Faster than waiting for single-harvest plants
3. Weather Event Exploitation
Phase: During rare weather events
Strategy: Plant Corn before Meteor Shower → Get 3 Starstruck harvests
Target: Maximum mutation value from single planting
Example: One Corn plant = $1,755 with Starstruck + Wet (all 3 harvests)
Growth Tips
How to Maximize Profit
- Always wait for Lush - 3.0x on each harvest is essential
- Complete all 3 harvests - Don't abandon after 1st or 2nd harvest
- Weather hunting - Mutations multiply all 3 harvests
- Mass planting - 50+ plants for meaningful profit
- Use for learning - Practice mutation mechanics before expensive plants
- Quick reinvestment - Fast cycle speed allows rapid compounding
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Harvesting early - Missing Lush on any of the 3 harvests loses profit ❌ Abandoning after 1st harvest - Losing 67% of total value ❌ Ignoring mutations - Weather mutations apply to all 3 harvests ❌ Using for capital building - Carrots have better ROI ❌ Under-planting - Low per-harvest value requires mass planting
Comparison with Other Starter Plants
| Plant | Price | Base Sell | Harvests | Total Yield | ROI | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corn | $100 | $15 | 3 | $45 | -55% → 35% (Lush) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fast |
| Carrot | $20 | $30 | 1 | $90 | 50% | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fastest |
| Onion | $200 | $220 | 1 | $660 | 10% | ⭐⭐⭐ Fast |
Verdict: Corn is specialized for mutation hunting and fast reinvestment, not capital building. Use strategically, not as your main crop.
Advanced Strategies
Multi-Harvest Mutation Stacking
Unique Mechanic: Mutations persist across all 3 harvests
Plant Corn → Weather event triggers → Mutations lock in → Harvest 3 times at multiplied value
Example:
Planting: 10 Corn ($1,000 investment)
Weather: Meteor Shower (Starstruck 6.5x)
Result: All 3 harvests get 6.5x multiplier
Value: ($15 × 3 × 6.5) × 10 = $2,925 total
Profit: $1,925
ROI: 192%
Quick Cash Flow Strategy
Scenario: Need fast cash while waiting for Beetroot investment
Plant: 50 Corn ($5,000)
Harvest 1 (Lush): $2,250 → Reinvest in Beetroots
Harvest 2 (Lush): $2,250 → Buy Basic Sprinkler
Harvest 3 (Lush): $2,250 → Emergency reserves
Total: $6,750 from $5,000 investment
Corn as Mutation Trainer
Purpose: Low-risk mutation learning environment
1. Plant 20 Corn
2. Wait for weather events
3. Observe mutation effects on all 3 harvests
4. Learn timing and stacking
5. Apply knowledge to expensive plants
Cost: $2,000 for valuable education
Investment Scenarios
Scenario A: Mass Planting (Without Mutations)
Investment: 100 Corn × $100 = $10,000
Harvests: 3 × 100 × $45 (Lush) = $13,500
Profit: $3,500
ROI: 35%
Time: Fast cycle
Verdict: Not worth it - Use Carrots instead
Scenario B: Mutation Hunting (With Starstruck)
Investment: 100 Corn × $100 = $10,000
Harvests: 3 × 100 × $292.50 (Starstruck + Lush) = $87,750
Profit: $77,750
ROI: 777%
Verdict: Excellent during Meteor Showers
When to Use Corn
Ideal Corn Usage Scenarios
✅ Learning mutations - Practice on cheap seeds ✅ Weather events - Maximize Starstruck across 3 harvests ✅ Fast cash needed - Quick harvest cycle ✅ Testing strategies - Low-risk experimentation ✅ Filling garden space - When waiting for better seeds
Avoid Corn When
❌ Building initial capital - Carrots are superior ❌ Seeking maximum profit - Beetroot/Cabbage better ❌ Limited garden space - Single-harvest plants more efficient ❌ No weather events - Negative ROI without mutations ❌ Want passive income - Requires 3 harvest sessions
Corn vs. Carrot: Strategic Choice
Choose Carrot When:
- Building first $5,000
- Want simple, consistent profits
- Don't want to manage multiple harvests
- Maximizing garden efficiency
Choose Corn When:
- Practicing mutation mechanics
- Exploiting active weather events
- Need fast harvest cycles
- Want to learn advanced strategies
Community Tips
"Corn is the best teacher for mutations. I learned all the weather patterns and stacking mechanics using $100 Corn seeds instead of risking $150k Cabbages." - Pro Player
"Only plant Corn during Meteor Showers. The 3-harvest mechanic means you get triple value from mutations. One Starstruck event can turn $1,000 into $8,000." - Mutation Hunter
"I use Corn to fill empty garden space while waiting for rare seeds. It's not great capital building, but the fast harvests keep me engaged and provide quick cash." - Active Gardener
"New players often mistake Corn for a beginner plant. It's actually an advanced tool for mutation farming. Stick to Carrots for your first $5k." - Veteran Player
Related Links
- Carrot Guide - Better for beginners
- Multi-Harvest Mechanics - Understanding the system
- Mutation Guide - Mastering mutations
- Beginner's Guide - Start here first
- Weather System - Event planning
Data Accuracy: ✅ Verified from official sources Last Updated: February 23, 2026 Plant Number: 3 of 27 Previous Plant: Beetroot → Next Plant: Onion →