🌼 Quality Retaining Soil

Quality Retaining Soil is a special type of Fertilizer in Stardew Valley designed to help maintain moisture in your plots. This means that while planted, it offers a reputable chance of keeping the soil watered even after a day has passed. This can be a significant advantage for farmers looking to maximize their crop yields with minimal water use.

Players can acquire Quality Retaining Soil through various methods, notably purchasing it from Pierre’s General Store for 150g starting in year 2. It is also available at the Oasis for 200g on Saturdays, or can be crafted once the farming skill reaches level 7.

🛠 Crafting

  • Recipe: 1 Seaweed + 1 Fiber
  • Unlocked: Requires farming level 7 to craft
Tip: Gather Seaweed from fishing spots or while exploring the beach, as it’s also useful for other crafting recipes.

📦 Uses

  • Keeps the soil watered for multiple days, reducing the need for daily watering.
  • Ideal for crops that take a long time to grow, such as Melons and Pumpkins.
  • Can be used in Spring, Summer, and Fall, but not effective in Winter.

💰 Prices

Type Price
Purchase Price 150g (Pierre’s General Store)
Sell Price 50g

💡 Strategy

Pro Tip: Utilize Quality Retaining Soil on high-value crops to maximize farming efficiency and reduce watering time.
  • Combine it with sprinklers for ultimate productivity on larger farms.
  • Consider timing your planting schedule to coincide with rainy days to further minimize watering needs.