Complete User Guide

Welcome to the complete guide for using the Grow a Garden Calculator! This comprehensive tutorial will walk you through every feature and help you maximize your gardening potential.

Quick Start

1. Select a Category: Choose from the dropdown menu (Base Value, Seed Shop, Event plants, etc.)
2. Pick a Plant: Click on any plant card to select it
3. Apply Mutations: Click mutation buttons to add them to your plant
4. Enter Weight: Input your plant's weight in the calculator
5. Set Friend Boost: Adjust the slider if you have friend boost active
6. View Results: See your plant's total value instantly!

Understanding Plant Categories

🌱 Base Value Plants

These are the starter plants available from the beginning of the game. Great for new players and reliable income sources.

🛒 Seed Shop Plants

Plants available for purchase in the in-game shop. Generally higher value than base plants but require investment.

🎃 Event Plants

Limited-time plants from special events:

• Easter Event: Special spring-themed plants with unique properties
• Night Event: Dark-themed plants with mysterious aesthetics
• Summer Event: Bright, tropical plants perfect for the season
• Bee Event: Flower-focused plants that attract bees
• Prehistoric Event: Ancient plants with dinosaur themes

Mastering the Mutation System

Mutation Tiers

Mutations are categorized by rarity and power:

• Common (Gray): 5x-32x multipliers - Easy to obtain
• Uncommon (Green): 35x-100x multipliers - Moderate rarity
• Rare (Blue): 85x-105x multipliers - Harder to find
• Epic (Purple): 120x-180x multipliers - Very rare and powerful
• Legendary (Orange): 190x-240x multipliers - Extremely rare
• Premium (Gold): Special mutations with unique effects

How Mutations Work

Mutations multiply your plant's base value. The formula is:

Mutation Tips

• Stacking: Multiple mutations add together (e.g., Gold 20x + Silver 5x = 25x total)
• Foxfire Note: Foxfire and Corrupted Foxfire are identical - use whichever you have
• Search Function: Use the search bar to quickly find specific mutations
• Sorting: Toggle alphabetical sorting for easier browsing

Advanced Calculator Features

Weight System

Every plant has a base weight, and your actual plant's weight determines its value multiplier:

• Base Weight: The standard weight for that plant type
• Your Weight: The actual weight of your specific plant
• Weight Multiplier: Your Weight ÷ Base Weight = Multiplier

Friend Boost

Friend boost provides a percentage increase to your plant values:

• Range: 0% - 100% boost
• Applied as: Value × (1 + Boost%)
• Example: 50% boost = 1.5x multiplier

Multiple Plants

Calculate total value for multiple plants of the same type:

• Enter quantity in "Amount of plants" field
• Total value = Single plant value × Amount
• Useful for batch calculations

Using the Value-to-Weight Converter

Want to know what weight you need to achieve a target value? Use this feature:

1. Select your plant and apply desired mutations
2. Click "Value to Weight" button
3. Enter your target value
4. The calculator will show the required weight
5. The weight is automatically entered for verification

Reading the Results

Value Display

The main result shows your plant's value in two formats:

• Currency Format: ~$1,234 (rounded for readability)
• Precise Format: (1234.567) exact decimal value

Calculation Breakdown

The detailed breakdown shows:

• Base Value: The plant's starting value
• Weight Multiplier: How your weight affects value
• Mutation Multiplier: Combined effect of all mutations
• Friend Boost: Percentage boost applied
• Amount: Number of plants calculated
• Total Value: Final result

Tips for Maximum Efficiency

Plant Selection Strategy

• Event Plants: Often have higher base values than regular plants
• Weight Consideration: Some plants naturally grow heavier, increasing value
• Availability: Focus on plants you can actually obtain

Mutation Optimization

• Target High Tiers: Epic and Legendary mutations provide the best multipliers
• Stack Strategically: Combine multiple mutations for maximum effect
• Cost vs. Benefit: Consider mutation rarity vs. value increase

Friend Boost Maximization

• Group Play: Play with friends to maximize boost potential
• Timing: Apply boost when selling highest-value plants
• Calculation: Higher base values benefit more from percentage boosts

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

• Zero Value: Make sure you've entered a weight greater than 0
• Unexpected Results: Check that mutations are properly selected (green border)
• Missing Plants: Some categories may not be fully populated yet

Browser Compatibility

• Works on all modern browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
• Mobile-friendly responsive design
• JavaScript required for full functionality

Data Accuracy

Our data is gathered through:

• Extensive in-game testing
• Community verification and feedback
• Regular updates as game content changes
• No use of game code or exploits

If you notice any inaccuracies, please contact us so we can investigate and correct them!

Keyboard Shortcuts

• Tab: Navigate between input fields
• Enter: Auto-calculate when in weight field
• Ctrl+F: Search for mutations (in supported browsers)

Mobile Usage Tips

• Tap and hold on mutation buttons for better selection on touch screens
• Use landscape mode for better mutation grid visibility
• Pinch to zoom if text appears small
• Swipe to scroll through long mutation lists

Need More Help?

Still have questions? We're here to help!

• Check out our About page for more background information
• Visit our Contact page to reach out directly
• Join the Discord community for real-time help and discussions
• Report bugs or suggest features through our contact methods

Happy gardening, and may your plants grow strong and valuable! 🌱

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