Have you ever wondered how long it takes for coffee beans to grow in Stardew Valley? Well, if you’re like me and enjoy playing this popular farming simulation game, you’ll know that timing is everything. In this article, I will take you through the process of growing coffee beans in Stardew Valley and give you an idea of how long it takes for them to mature. So, grab a cup of coffee and let’s dive in!
Planting Coffee Beans
In Stardew Valley, you can start growing coffee beans once you’ve reached Farming level 5. Coffee beans can be purchased from the Oasis for 2,500 gold each. Alternatively, you can get them as a random drop when you reach the level of friendship with your farm animals. Once you have the beans in your possession, it’s time to prepare your farm for planting.
Choosing the Right Season
Coffee beans can be planted in any season except for winter. However, they are most productive when planted in spring, as they will continue to grow and produce beans through summer and fall. It’s important to keep this in mind when planning your farming schedule.
Preparing the Soil
Before planting coffee beans, make sure your farm’s soil is well-tilled and watered. Coffee beans require at least one empty square of soil on which to be planted. It’s crucial to have the soil ready and prepared beforehand to ensure a successful harvest.
Growth Stages
Once you’ve planted your coffee beans in the prepared soil, you’ll need to wait for them to grow and mature. Coffee beans have four growth stages, each taking a certain amount of time to complete. Let’s go through each stage and the time it takes for them to progress.
Stage 1: Seedling
The first stage of coffee bean growth is the seedling stage. This stage lasts for a total of 5 days. During this time, the planted bean will sprout into a small plant, gaining height and thickness.
Stage 2: Vegetative
After the seedling stage, coffee beans enter the vegetative stage. This stage lasts for 2 days. The plant will start to expand its leaves and grow taller, showing significant progress compared to the seedling stage.
Stage 3: Flowering
In the flowering stage, coffee beans begin to produce flowers. This stage lasts for 2 days as well. You’ll notice small white flowers appearing on the plant, signaling that it’s on its way to producing beans.
Stage 4: Harvestable
Finally, after going through the seedling, vegetative, and flowering stages, coffee beans reach their harvestable stage. This stage lasts for 3 days. The flowers will turn into bright red cherries, indicating that they’re ready to be harvested and processed.
Harvesting and Processing
When coffee beans are in their harvestable stage, it’s time to gather the ripe cherries from the plants. Interact with each plant to collect the coffee beans, and they will automatically be added to your inventory. A single coffee bean plant can yield multiple beans, so make sure to check them regularly for maximum harvest.
Processing in the Coffee Roaster
Once you’ve collected your coffee beans, you can either sell them as is or process them in the Coffee Roaster. Processing the beans will turn them into coffee, greatly increasing their value. The Coffee Roaster can be purchased from the Carpenter’s Shop for 25,000 gold. Place the coffee beans in the Roaster, and after a night’s wait, you’ll have a batch of freshly roasted coffee ready to be enjoyed or sold.
Total Time for Coffee Bean Growth
Taking into account the time needed for each growth stage and the subsequent coffee processing, the total time for coffee bean growth in Stardew Valley is approximately 13 days. However, it’s important to note that this time can be significantly reduced with the use of Speed-Gro fertilizers, which can hasten the growth stages by a certain percentage.
Speed-Gro and Time Reduction
Speed-Gro fertilizers can be purchased from Pierre’s General Store or crafted using mixtures of tree sap and other ingredients. Using Speed-Gro can reduce the growth time of coffee beans by 10%, 25%, or 33% depending on the quality of the fertilizer used. Applying Speed-Gro can be a great way to save time and increase your coffee bean harvest.
Conclusion
Growing coffee beans in Stardew Valley is a rewarding and time-consuming process. From planting to harvesting and processing, each stage requires patience and careful planning. By understanding the growth stages and using Speed-Gro fertilizers, you can optimize your coffee production and enjoy the benefits of freshly roasted coffee. So, get your virtual coffee plantation ready and start growing those beans!