🍈 Powdermelon

Powdermelon is a unique crop introduced in Stardew Valley 1.6. It grows from Powdermelon Seeds during the Fall season, taking 14 days to mature. Powdermelon has a base sell price of 600g, making it one of the most profitable late-game crops. It can be eaten, gifted, or processed into high-value artisan goods.

Powdermelon is notable for its high profit margin and its role as a specialty crop, appealing to players focused on maximizing seasonal income.

🌱 Growing

Powdermelon Seeds can be purchased from Pierre’s General Store or the Traveling Cart in Fall. They cost 200g each and take 14 days to fully mature. Powdermelon does not regrow after harvest, so players should plant early in the season to ensure crops mature in time.

Growth Timeline: Plant on Day 1 → Ready to harvest on Day 15
  • Seeds cost 200g from Pierre’s
  • Takes 14 days to mature
  • Does not regrow after harvest
  • Best planted early to guarantee harvest
  • Can be processed in Preserves Jar or Keg

💰 Profitability

Quality Sell Price Profit per Crop Profit per Day*
Regular 600g 400g 28.5g
Silver ★ 750g 550g 39.2g
Gold ★★ 900g 700g 50g
Iridium ★★★ 1,200g 1,000g 71.4g

*Profit per day calculated over 14-day growth cycle, excluding seed cost.

🍳 Uses

Powdermelon can be used in several ways:

  • Processing: Can be made into Pickles (1,200g) or Wine (2,100g)
  • Cooking: Used in new recipes introduced in 1.6
  • Gifting: A decent gift for many villagers
  • Energy/Health: Restores 125 energy and 56 health when eaten raw

💡 Tips & Strategies

Pro Tip: Processing Powdermelon into Wine yields enormous profits, especially with the Artisan profession.
  • Plant on Day 1 of Fall for guaranteed harvest before season ends
  • Best for late-game profit optimization
  • Save for artisan processing — especially Wine
  • Stockpile extras for cooking recipes