Alright, let’s talk about one of the most hyped — and maybe a little misunderstood — crop mutations in Grow a Garden: the Paradisal mutation. At first glance, it sounds like a dream, right? A sunny-sounding name and a sweet x18 multiplier on crop sales. But there’s a catch (isn’t there always?), and the real question is: is Paradisal really better than the mutations it replaces?
Let’s break it down like you and I are sitting down with a cup of coffee, strategizing our next big garden move.
What Even Is the Paradisal Mutation?
Paradisal is a special mutation that kicks in only during the Summer Harvest event — so if you’re not playing during that window, this one’s off the table.
When it activates, it multiplies your crop’s base sell value by 18x. Sounds solid, right? But to get it, your crop needs to already have two other specific mutations: Verdant and Sundried. Once both are present, Paradisal swoops in and replaces them — automatically.
So it’s not something you apply manually. It’s more like a transformation that happens once the conditions are just right.
Step 1: Getting the Verdant Mutation
This one’s all about pets — and specifically, the Scarlet Macaw.
Here’s how it works:
- The Scarlet Macaw pet has about a 15.95% chance of giving one of your garden fruits the Verdant mutation every 11 minutes or so.
- To get the bird? You’ll need to hatch a Paradise Egg, which costs 50 million Sheckles (yeah, not cheap).
- Once you hatch it, there’s only an 8% chance you’ll land the Scarlet Macaw. So yeah, you’ll probably need a few eggs (or a whole lotta luck).
Once applied, Verdant alone gives your crop a 4x multiplier. Not bad. Not jaw-dropping, but a decent buff.
Step 2: Getting the Sundried Mutation
Now here’s where things get hot — literally.
The Sundried mutation only shows up during the Heatwave server event, which pops up at random. But you can tilt the odds in your favor by using a gear item called the Tanning Mirror. This thing draws in more sunlight, increasing the chance your crop catches that Sundried glow.
And here’s the wild part: Sundried boosts crop value by x85. Yeah, seriously. No typo. Eighty-five. Which makes you wonder…
Wait — Why Would I Want to Replace Sundried With Paradisal?
And that, my friends, is the million-Sheckle question.
If Sundried alone gives you a massive x85, and Paradisal only gives you x18, why even go through the trouble?
Well, some players say the Paradisal mutation is more about flexing rare conditions and unlocking achievements, or stacking other bonuses later in the game. But if you’re in it for pure profit? Keeping Sundried might just be the smarter play. Personally, I’d rather cash in on the big bucks than chase a shiny title — but hey, that’s just me.
Final Thoughts: Worth It or Nah?
If you’re looking to collect all mutations and chase high-tier combos, sure — go for Paradisal. But if you’re trying to make serious money off your crops, Sundried might be the smarter investment. The numbers speak for themselves.
And here’s a little tip — there are in-game codes floating around that can help with events or currency boosts, so definitely keep an eye out for those.
Got a better strategy for managing Paradisal in Grow a Garden? Or are you team Sundried all the way? Let’s hash it out in the comments. I’d love to hear what’s positive for you!
