Updated: March 21, 2024
Added new crops.
Growing crops is a very sensitive job, and any negligence is costly. In Stardew Valley, there are best crops for every season (Spring, Summer, and Fall), and it's good to know which are which before planting them.
Best Crops for Every Season in Stardew Valley
We're looking at the best and most profitable crops in Stardew Valley! This list is broken up by each season so you can have the best possible yields in Spring, Summer, and Fall. We'll also be looking at what works best in your Greenhouse.
If you're looking to maximize your profits in the game, you will want to make sure you have the crops that can make you the most money. While this list contains the most profitable crops, remember that the game is about having fun, so plant what you like, and don't worry about squeezing every dime out of your farm!
Best Crops for Spring in Stardew Valley
Spring is a great season for early fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Regardless of your farm type, you can make nice light meals or give presents to your special people. Here are the best crops you can grow in spring
| Crop | Prize | How to get | Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strawberries | 618 gold profit per crop | Purchased at the Egg Festival that takes place on the 13th of Spring for 100g each. | Demetrius (Gift), Maru (Gift) |
| Coffee Bean | 541 gold profit per crop | Purchased from the Traveling Cart for 2,500g each during any season. | Coffee |
| Rhubarb | 444 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Rhubarb Pie |
| Kale | 444 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Salmon Dinner, Stir Fry |
| Potato | 387 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Hashbrowns, Spring Crops Bundle |
| Garlic | 363 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Escargot, Fiddlehead Risotto, Oil of Garlic |
| Cauliflower | 353 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Cheese Cauliflower, Spring Crops Bundle, Jodi's Request Quest, Maru (Gift) |
| Green Bean | 242 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Bean Hotpot, Spring Crops Bundle |
| Parsnip | 211 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Farmer's Lunch, Parsnip Soup, Spring Crops Bundle, Quality Crops Bundle, Pam (Gift) |
| Blue Jazz | 151 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Lucky Lunch |
| Tulip | 121 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Evelyn (Gift) |
| Carrot | Dug out or purchased from Racoon Store |
Best Crops for Summer in Stardew Valley
Summer brings hotter days and heavier crops. You can even go to The Desert to get a Starfruit. There are also some hybrid veggies you can cook or sell for big bucks. Here are the best summer crops in Stardew Valley.
| Crop | Prize | How to get | Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starfruit | 1514 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Oasis which is located in The Desert for 400g each. | Junimo Hut, A Soldier's Star Quest |
| Red Cabbage | 787 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Coleslaw, Fish Taco, Red Plate, Dye Bundle |
| Blueberry | 601 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Blueberry Tart, Fruit Salad, Summer Crops Bundle |
| Coffee Bean | 444 gold profit per crop | Purchased from the Traveling Cart for 2,500g each during any season. | Coffee |
| Melon | 504 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Fruit Salad, Pink Cake, Summer Crops Bundle, Quality Crops Bundle, Crop Research Quest, Penny (Gift) |
| Hops | 429 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Pale Ale |
| Radish | 363 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Radish Salad, Red Plate |
| Poppy | 424 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Poppyseed Muffin, Chef's Bundle, Penny (Gift) |
| Hot Pepper | 332 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Pepper Poppers, Spicy Eel, Summer Crops Bundle, Knee Therapy Quest, Lewis (Gift), Shane (Gift) |
| Tomato | 318 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Summer Crops Bundle, Vegetable Medley, Spaghetti, Pizza, Fish Stew, Eggplant Parmesan, Bruschetta |
| Summer Spangle | 272 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Caroline (Gift) |
| Sunflower | 242 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Oil, Dye Bundle, Haley (Gift) |
| Corn | 201 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Tortilla, Oil, Fall Crops Bundle, Quality Crops Bundle |
| Wheat | 151 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Beer, Fodder Bundle, Wheat Flour |
| Summer Squash | Dug out or purchased from Racoon Store |
Best Crops for Fall in Stardew Valley
The most valuable crop in the game is Sweet Gem Berry, which is grown in the fall. However, fall is also very bountiful with various foods, including vegetables, fruits, and grains. Here are the best crops you can grow in the fall in Stardew Valley.
| Crop | Prize | How to get | Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweet Gem Berry | 3030 gold profit per crop | Purchased from the Traveling Cart for 600-1,000g each during any season. It's called, Rare Seed and it yields a Sweet Gem Berry. | Old Master Cannoli (Gift) |
| Cranberries | 753 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Super Meal, Cranberry Sauce, Stuffing, Cranberry Candy |
| Pumpkin | 646 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Quality Crops Bundle, Fall Crops Bundle, Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Soup, Jack-O-Lantern, Autumn's Bounty, Abigail (Gift), Krobus (Gift), Willy (Gift), Carving Pumpkins Quest |
| Fairy Rose | 585 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Evelyn (Gift), Jas (Gift) |
| Grape | 484 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Summer Seeds, Summer Foraging Bundle, Vincent (Gift) |
| Artichoke | 484 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Artichoke Dip, Super Meal |
| Bok Choy | 484 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Radish Salad, Red Plate |
| Amaranth | 454 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Salmon Dinner, Cow's Delight Quest |
| Beet | 404 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Oasis which is located in The Desert for 20g each. | Vegetable Medley, Sugar, Evelyn (Gift), The Mysterious Qi Quest |
| Yam | 323 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Autumn's Bounty, Glazed Yams, Fall Crops Bundle, Linus (Gift) |
| Eggplant | 303 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Eggplant Parmesan, Survival Burger, Fall Crops Bundle |
| Sunflower | 242 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Oil, Dye Bundle, Haley (Gift) |
| Corn | 201 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Tortilla, Oil, Fall Crops Bundle, Quality Crops Bundle |
| Wheat | 151 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. | Beer, Fodder Bundle, Wheat Flour |
| Broccolli | Dug out or purchased from Racoon Store | ||
| Powder Melon | Dug out or purchased from Racoon Store |
Best Crops for the Greenhouse in Stardew Valley
You can grow things year-round in the Greenhouse, so the highest profit options are going to be the best options for each season! Here's a list of the best crops for profit in the Greenhouse:
| Crop | Prize | How to get |
|---|---|---|
| Sweet Gem Berry | 3030 gold profit per crop | Purchased from the Traveling Cart for 600-1,000g each during any season. It's called, Rare Seed and it yields a Sweet Gem Berry. |
| Starfruit | 1514 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Oasis which is located in The Desert for 400g each. |
| Red Cabbage | 787 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. |
| Cranberries | 753 gold profit per crop | Purchased at Pierre’s General Store. |
| Strawberries | 618 gold profit per crop | Purchased at the Egg Festival that takes place on the 13th of Spring for 100g each. |
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Published: Mar 21, 2024 07:00 am