Grow a Garden Elder Strawberry Guide (2025)
Complete guide to the most expensive Prismatic multi-harvest crop with Zen Event benefits
Elder Strawberry is the most expensive Prismatic rarity seed in Roblox's Grow a Garden, released during the Zen Event Phase 2 on July 26, 2025. This prestigious Sweet/Berry type crop represents the ultimate collection piece for dedicated players.
All Acquisition Methods:
1. Sam's Seed Shop (Primary Method)
Cost: 70 Million Sheckles OR 957 Robux
Drop Rate: 0.24% (extremely low)
Shop Refresh: Every 5 minutes
Use Discord stock notification servers and consider AFK monitoring. Be prepared for long wait times due to extreme rarity.
2. Pet-Based Methods
Red Fox Pet: Can duplicate seeds from other players who own Elder Strawberry
Golden Lab/Dog: Extremely rare chance to dig up Prismatic seeds
Snail Pet: Increases Lucky Harvest chances for seed drops
3. Lucky Harvest System
If you already own Elder Strawberry, each harvest has a tiny chance to drop additional seeds. This is the only sustainable way to obtain multiple Elder Strawberries.
4. Known Issues & Warnings
Purchase Bugs: Some players reported Robux purchases not delivering seeds
Harvest Issues: Fruits may not enter inventory after picking
Solution: Screenshot before major purchases and contact support if issues occur
Prismatic Crop Investment Comparison:
| Crop | Seed Cost | Base Value | Break Even | Investment Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elder Strawberry | 70M | 90K | ~864 harvests | Prestige |
| Giant Pinecone | 55M | 65K | ~846 harvests | Similar ROI |
| Sugar Apple | 25M | 50K | ~500 harvests | Better ROI |
| Cacao | 2.5M | 10.5K | ~239 harvests | Excellent ROI |
Fruit Statistics:
Special Properties:
Who Should Buy Elder Strawberry:
✅ Good Investment For:
• Collectors: Ultimate prestige crop for completionist players
• Long-term players: Those who can dedicate months to break-even
• AFK farmers: Multi-harvest nature suits idle gameplay
• Wealthy players: Those with excess capital looking for prestige
❌ Poor Investment For:
• New players: Better crops available for profit
• Quick profit seekers: 864 harvests to break even
• Budget-conscious players: Sugar Apple offers better ROI
• Impatient players: Requires significant time investment
📊 Alternative Recommendations:
• Better ROI: Sugar Apple (500 harvests to break even)
• Budget Option: Cacao (239 harvests to break even)
• Stable Income: Beanstalk (400 harvests to break even)
If You Do Buy Elder Strawberry:
Monitor Stock Alerts: Use Discord servers and stock notification tools
Use Sweet/Berry Boosts: Maximize growth with appropriate enhancement items
Focus on Mutations: Multi-harvest allows multiple mutation attempts
Screenshot Purchases: Document expensive purchases in case of bugs
500 harvests to break even
239 harvests to break even
Q: What is Elder Strawberry seed chance?
A: Elder Strawberry has an extremely low drop rate of approximately 0.24% in Sam's Seed Shop, making it the rarest crop in the game.
Q: Is Elder Strawberry worth buying?
A: Elder Strawberry is primarily a prestige item. It requires 864 harvests to break even, making it unsuitable for players seeking quick profits. Consider Sugar Apple or Cacao for better ROI.
Q: Can Elder Strawberry be regrown multiple times?
A: Yes, Elder Strawberry is a multi-harvest crop, meaning you can continuously harvest fruits from the same plant without replanting.
Q: What are the known issues with Elder Strawberry?
A: Some players have reported purchase bugs where Robux purchases don't deliver seeds, and harvest issues where fruits don't enter inventory. Always screenshot major purchases and contact support if issues occur.
Q: What's the fastest way to monitor Elder Strawberry stock?
A: Use Discord stock notification servers or AFK monitoring tools. The shop refreshes every 5 minutes, but with only 0.24% chance, you may need to wait for hours or days.
Calculate Your Elder Strawberry Investment
Use our calculators to determine if Elder Strawberry fits your long-term strategy and budget.