Stardew Valley: How to Obtain and Use Decorative Plants

Decorative plants in Stardew Valley offer a way to beautify your farm, home, and other areas with a variety of seasonal and non-seasonal plants. This guide will provide comprehensive details on how to obtain, use, and manage these plants, ensuring your farm is as aesthetically pleasing as possible.

Different Kinds of Decorative Plants

There are several categories of decorative plants in Stardew Valley, each with unique features and uses. These plants can be divided into indoor and outdoor plants, seasonal plants, and special decorative items.

• Seasonal Plants: These plants change appearance with each season, providing a dynamic element to your decorations. They can be placed both indoors and outdoors, adding a seasonal touch to your farm.
  
• Indoor Plants: These plants are meant for interior decoration and include a variety of houseplants and fancy houseplants.
  
• Outdoor Plants: These plants are specifically designed for outdoor areas and complement your garden and farm aesthetic.
  

How to Get Decorative Plants

Buying

• Pierre's General Store: Some plants can be purchased directly from Pierre's General Store. The selection changes with the seasons, so check his inventory regularly.
  
• Traveling Cart: The Traveling Cart, located in the Cindersap Forest, offers a rotating inventory that occasionally includes decorative plants. Prices vary significantly, so visit frequently to look for deals.
  
• Night Market: The Night Market, held during the Winter season, sells a variety of seasonal plants. This event is an excellent opportunity to stock up on unique decorations.
  

Making Your Own

Some decorative plants can be crafted using resources gathered from around Stardew Valley. To craft these items, you will need specific recipes, which can be obtained through various means such as completing quests or reaching certain friendship levels with NPCs.

Special Events and Fests

• Flower Dance: During the Flower Dance, you can buy exclusive plants that are not available elsewhere. These plants add a festive touch to your farm.
  
• Spirit’s Eve Festival: This festival offers spooky-themed decorations, including special plants perfect for a Halloween-themed farm setup.
  

Using Decorative Plants

Where to Put Them and How They Look
Decorative plants can be placed almost anywhere on your farm, inside your house, or around Pelican Town. Here are some tips on how to make the most out of these decorations:

• Seasonal Themes: Use seasonal plants to reflect the current in-game season. For example, use pumpkins and spooky plants in the Fall, while opting for colorful flowers and light plants in the Spring.
  
• Indoor Decoration: Place houseplants and fancy houseplants inside your farmhouse to create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. These plants can be placed on tables, countertops, and even the floor.
  
• Outdoor Arrangements: Create beautiful garden sections with outdoor plants. Use fences and paths to design specific areas where plants can thrive and complement the overall layout of your farm.
  

How to Manage Your Decorative Plants

Removing and Moving Them Around
Sometimes you might need to move or remove plants to redesign your space. Here’s how you can manage your plants effectively:

• Removing Plants: To remove a plant, simply use your axe or pickaxe. This will return the plant to your inventory,
  allowing you to relocate it without losing it.
  
• Relocation: To move a plant, remove it first and then place it in the desired new location. This flexibility allows you to continually update and improve your farm's design.
  

List of All the Decorative Plants

Plant Type	Description	How to Obtain
Bonsai Tree	A small, well-pruned tree.	Purchased from Traveling Cart, Festivals
Deluxe Tree	A large decorative tree.	Crafted, Purchased
Dried Sunflowers	Sunflowers that have been dried and preserved.	Purchased from Pierre’s General Store
Exotic Tree	A tree with an exotic appearance.	Purchased from Night Market
House Plant	A simple indoor plant.	Purchased from Pierre’s General Store
Indoor Palm	A small palm tree for indoor decoration.	Purchased from Traveling Cart
Long Cactus	A tall cactus plant.	Purchased from Traveling Cart
Long Palm	A tall palm tree.	Purchased from Traveling Cart
Manicured Pine	A neatly trimmed pine tree.	Crafted, Purchased
Seasonal Plant	Changes appearance with each season.	Purchased from Pierre’s General Store
Small Plant	A small potted plant.	Purchased from Pierre’s General Store
Table Plant	A small plant for placing on tables.	Purchased from Traveling Cart
Topiary Tree	A decorative tree shaped into a design.	Crafted, Purchased
Tree Column	A tall tree with a columnar shape.	Purchased from Festivals
Tree of the Winter Star	A festive tree for the Winter season.	Purchased from the Night Market

Seasonal Plants

Seasonal plants change their appearance based on the current season, adding a dynamic element to your farm's decorations. Here are some examples of seasonal plants:

Season	Plant Type	Description
Spring	Spring Flowers	Bright, colorful flowers that bloom in Spring.
Summer	Sunflowers	Tall sunflowers that bloom during Summer.
Fall	Pumpkins	Festive pumpkins perfect for Fall decoration.
Winter	Winter Star Plant	A plant that blooms during the Winter season.

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Wrapping It Up

Decorative plants in Stardew Valley are a wonderful way to personalize your farm and make it truly feel like home. By understanding where to find these plants, how to use them effectively, and ways to manage them, you can enhance the aesthetic appeal of your farm year-round. Happy decorating!