How to Plant Fruit Trees in New Horizons

Planting fruit trees in Animal Crossing: New Horizons can be a rewarding experience since you can harvest fruit from them every few days to sell or use in crafting. However, given the game’s time-based mechanics, it may take a few real-time days to see your fruit trees grow, but the wait is worth it. Below are some steps to follow when planting fruit trees in New Horizons.

Step 1: Gather Fruit

The first step to planting a fruit tree in New Horizons is to gather the fruit. You can do so by shaking trees in your village or traveling to other islands using Nook Miles tickets. Each island has a different kind of fruit available, so it’s worth exploring different locations to gather a variety of fruit. Once you have at least one piece of fruit, you’re ready to move on to the next step.

Step 2: Choose the Right Spot

Choosing the right spot to plant your fruit tree is crucial to ensure it grows properly. Fruit trees can only be planted in dirt patches, so make sure the area you choose is free of weeds, flowers or other obstacles. You’ll also want to choose a spot where there’s enough space around the tree for it to grow unimpeded. You can dig up dirt patches using a shovel, which you can buy from Timmy and Tommy’s shop.

Step 3: Plant the Tree

Once you’ve cleared the area and have a dirt patch ready, it’s time to plant the fruit tree. Equip the fruit in your inventory and stand in front of the dirt patch. Press the A button, and your character will plant the fruit in the ground. After a few seconds, a small sapling will appear.

Step 4: Water the Tree

To ensure your fruit tree grows properly, it’s important to water it regularly. You can do so by equipping your watering can and pressing the A button while facing the tree. Make sure to water the tree at least once a day, and twice a day if you can. You’ll know the tree has received enough water when water droplets disappear from the tree’s leaves.

Step 5. Wait and Watch the Tree Grow

Once you’ve planted the fruit tree, it’s a waiting game. Fruit trees take a few real-time days to grow, so be patient. The tree will first appear as a small sapling, but will grow larger every day until it’s fully grown. Once fully grown, fruit will appear on the tree every few days. You can continue to harvest fruit from the tree as long as you continue to take care of it.

Conclusion

Planting fruit trees in New Horizons can be a fun and rewarding process. By following these steps, you can start growing your own fruit trees and enjoy the fruits of your labor in your daily gameplay. Remember to take care of your trees by watering them regularly, and soon enough, you’ll have a thriving orchard to show off to your villagers.