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Learn how to grow crops in Palia, from planting and watering to using fertilizer and boosting your garden’s output.
Farming plays a central role in how you live and progress in Palia. Your Housing Plot lets you grow food, harvest materials, and build a rhythm into your days. Whether you are cooking hearty meals, selling produce for gold, or gifting fresh vegetables to deepen friendships, growing crops pays dividends in the game.
It can feel a bit ambiguous at the start: what to plant, how to care for it, and how to get better results. If you are wondering how to make the most of your garden space without wasting time or resources, this article is for you.
Steps To Grow Crops in Palia
Start Your First Garden Plot
You will begin your gardening efforts on your Housing Plot. Early in the game, Badruu, a friendly farmer in Kilima Valley, will guide you with your first gardening quest. This includes your basic tools:
- Two pieces of Soil
- A Makeshift Hoe
- A Watering Can
Start by placing the Soil on your plot. You can arrange them side by side to save space. Once that’s done, use the Hoe to till the Soil. You will need to do this before anything can be planted. Keep in mind that tilled soil stays usable for about two in-game days, so there’s no rush. However, don’t delay too long either.
Weeds may appear, so don’t forget to clear them to give your crops space to grow.
Plant Seeds and Choose What To Grow
Seeds are available at Zeki’s General Store in Kilima Valley. Some seeds might also come your way through rewards from quests or by using the Seed Collector tool after harvesting. Pay attention to the different Garden Effects of each crop. These can influence how nearby crops grow.
Here are some examples:
- Carrots and Onions help prevent weed growth.
- Corn and Rice increase the number of crops you harvest.
- Cotton and Spicy Peppers can improve quality.
- Tomatoes and Potatoes hold water longer.
Try to mix different crops to benefit from a range of effects. Planting a smart combination can improve your overall yield without extra effort.
Daily Watering and Crop Care
After planting, make watering part of your routine. Each crop needs water every day to keep progressing. Head to any pond, river, or water source to refill your Watering Can whenever it runs low.
Some crops take longer to mature than others. To check how many days are needed, inspect the seed packet before planting. Planning your layout with crop duration in mind can help you time your harvests better.
Weeds can sneak in, so take a quick walk through your garden now and then to clear any you see. Letting them grow too long can slow or block crop progress.
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Making the Most of Fertilizers
Fertilizer isn’t required, but it helps. You can buy it from the General Store or collect it from Worms and Glow Worms. Each type has a unique effect:
- HydratePro Fertilizer: Reduces how often crops need water.
- SpeedyGro Fertilizer: Helps crops grow faster, adding a full day of progress.
- HarvestBoost Fertilizer: Increases harvest quantity.
- QualityUp Fertilizer: Improves crop quality.
- WeedBlock Fertilizer: Blocks weed growth entirely.
Use these to save time or improve your garden’s productivity, especially as your plot gets larger.
What Is Next After Harvesting in Palia?
Once your crops are ready, harvest them and decide what to do next. You can sell them directly. Higher-quality crops bring more gold. You will also notice that some crops cook into meals that boost Focus, a useful in-game benefit. Alternatively, some items make great gifts if you are building relationships.
If you are focused on profits, check the Standard vs. Starred price. Starred crops bring more income, so improving your crop quality with the right fertilizer or garden layout can make a difference.
You can also turn harvested crops into new seeds using the Seed Collector. This way, your garden becomes more self-sustaining.
Tips To Keep Your Garden Flowing
- Group crops with similar water or weed traits together for easier care.
- Rotate what you plan to use up all your soil effectively.
- Keep an eye on the condition of your tools, though; early ones don’t wear out fast.
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