Introduction

When it comes to Old School RuneScape, planting fruit trees can be a lucrative way to make money or to simply grow your own food. However, the process of deciding which fruit tree to plant can be overwhelming. In this article, we will explore the different types of fruit trees available and the factors you should consider when choosing the right one for your needs.

Types of Fruit Trees

There are many types of fruit trees available in Old School RuneScape, each with their unique benefits:

Apple Tree

Banana Tree

Orange Tree

Curry Tree

Pineapple Plant

Papaya Tree

Palm Tree

Apple trees are the most common fruit tree and are the cheapest to grow. They produce six cooking apples per harvest and are in high demand for players who do not have the required farming level to grow higher tier fruit trees. Banana trees are the second cheapest to grow and require completion of the quest "Monkey Madness". They produce four bananas per harvest and can be used to make banana stew, a healing item in the game.

Orange trees require level 39 farming to plant and grow. They produce 3 oranges per harvest and are used to make orange juice, a healing item in the game. Curry trees require level 42 farming to plant and grow. They produce 5 curry leaves per harvest, which are used in various cooking recipes in the game.

Pineapple plants require level 51 farming to plant and grow. They produce 6 pineapples per harvest and are used in cocktail recipes. Papaya trees require level 57 farming to plant and grow. They produce 6 papayas per harvest, which are used to make papaya fruit, a healing item in the game. Palm trees require level 68 farming to plant and grow. They produce 6 coconuts per harvest, which are used in cooking and can be sold for a high price on the Grand Exchange.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Fruit Tree

When choosing which fruit tree to plant, there are a few factors to consider:

Cooking/Healing Benefits

If you are looking to grow fruit trees for their cooking or healing benefits, then you may want to choose a tree that produces the desired ingredient. For example, if you are looking to make orange juice or papaya fruit, then you would want to choose an orange or papaya tree.

Experience Gained

Each fruit tree provides farming experience when planted, checked for disease, and harvested. The amount of experience gained varies depending on the tree's level requirement. If you are looking to gain farming experience, then you may want to choose a fruit tree that requires higher farming levels.

Cost of Seeds and Time to Grow

The cost of the fruit tree seed and the time it takes to grow to maturity may also be factors to consider. If you are looking for a cheaper tree that grows quickly, then you may want to choose an apple or banana tree. If you have more money to invest and are willing to wait longer for a higher return, then you may want to choose a palm or papaya tree.

Money Making Potential

If you are primarily looking to make money from your fruit trees, then you may want to choose a tree that has a higher selling price on the Grand Exchange. Palm trees are currently the most expensive fruit tree, selling for around 7,000 coins each, while apple trees sell for around 200 coins each. Keep in mind that the price of fruit trees can fluctuate based on supply and demand.

Conclusion

Choosing the right fruit tree to plant in Old School RuneScape can depend on various factors, including cooking/healing benefits, experience gained, cost of seeds and time to grow, and money making potential. Consider all of these factors before deciding which tree to plant and enjoy the benefits of your fruitful harvest!