Wheat is the first Epic-tier plant accessible from the shop — $8,500 base value and $25,500 Lush. It's a single-harvest crop with a 20-minute grow time, and seeds cost $12,000. The golden field aesthetic is iconic in the game.
Quick Stats
How to Get Wheat
Wheat seeds are sold at Bill's shop for $12,000 each. It's the cheapest Epic available without a pack.
Best Mutations for Wheat
Mutations stack additively — Shocked (4.5×) and Starstruck (6.5×) together give a 12× bonus on top of your Lush multiplier. Check the Garden Horizons mutations guide for timing tips.
Is Wheat Worth Farming?
Wheat is a solid entry into the Epic tier but the single-harvest mechanic is painful. Each $12,000 seed returns $25,500 at Lush — about 2.1× before mutations. Starstruck brings that to $191,250 per harvest. Worth running as your Epic backbone while you save for Banana or Potato.
For a full comparison across all plants, see the Garden Horizons tier list and the complete values reference.
FAQ
What is Wheat's base value?Base is $8,500, Lush is $25,500, Gold Lush is $127,500.
Is Wheat single or multi-harvest?Single harvest — each crop requires a new $12,000 seed.
What mutation is best for Wheat?Starstruck (6.5×) gives $191,250 Lush sell. Combo with Shocked for $306,000.
Is Wheat the cheapest Epic?Yes — at $12,000 it's the most accessible Epic from the shop.
How long does Wheat take to grow?20 minutes from seed to harvest.