Introduction
In FarmVille 2: Country Escape, crops are not just a source of coins or XP — they are the foundation of crafting, animal feed, and order completion. Planting the wrong crops can stall progress for hours, while planting the right ones keeps production flowing smoothly.
This guide lists only crops that actually exist in the Android version of FarmVille 2: Country Escape and explains:
- When each crop unlocks
- Which crops matter most at each level range
- How each crop is used in crafting and orders
Crop Unlock Progression (Levels 1–42)
| Unlock Level | Crop / Producer | Harvest Time | Output |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wheat | 30 seconds | 3 Wheat |
| 1 | Apple Tree | 10 minutes | 1 Apple |
| 6 | Corn | 2 minutes | 2 Corn |
| 7 | Carrot | 4 minutes | 3 Carrots |
| 9 | Strawberry | 1 hour | 3 Strawberries |
| 10 | Peach Tree | 4 hours | 2 Peaches |
| 11 | Tomato | 10 minutes | 3 Tomatoes |
| 13 | Potato | 30 minutes | 2 Potatoes |
| 17 | Beehive (Honeycomb) | 45 minutes | 3 Honeycombs |
| 21 | Lemon Tree | 10 hours | 3 Lemons |
| 22 | Blueberry | 4 hours | 5 Blueberries |
| 25 | Pear Tree | 8 hours | 4 Pears |
| 26 | Red Grapes | 30 minutes | 4 Grapes |
| 28 | White Grapes | 1 hour | 5 Grapes |
| 32 | Mixed Peppers | 5 minutes | 5 Peppers |
| 40 | Black Rice (Water Crop) | 25 minutes | 2 Black Rice |
| 40 | Water Spinach (Water Crop) | 1 hour | 2 Water Spinach |
| 42 | Cranberries (Water Crop) | 10 minutes | 2 Cranberries |
| 42 | Wasabi (Water Crop) | 30 minutes | 2 Wasabi |
Best Crops to Grow by Level Range
Levels 1–5: Core Foundation
Priority crops
- Wheat
- Apples
Why
- Wheat feeds flour production and animals
- Apples are fast, low-stress fillers for early orders
Tip Keep wheat growing almost constantly.
Levels 6–8: Second Staple Introduced
Priority crops
- Wheat
- Corn
Why
- Corn is required for sugar
- Both are used repeatedly across early crafting
Tip Never let corn drop to zero once unlocked.
Levels 9–12: First Long-Timer Crop
Priority crops
- Strawberries
- Tomatoes
- Wheat and Corn
Why
- Strawberries are a major overnight crop
- Tomatoes serve fast, frequent board orders
Tip Plant strawberries before stepping away from the game.
Levels 13–16: Mid-Game Stability
Priority crops
- Potatoes
- Tomatoes
- Strawberries
Why
- Potatoes unlock multiple food recipes
- Tomatoes remain high-demand
- Strawberries support multiple dessert chains
Tip Use potatoes for medium-length offline cycles.
Levels 17–20: Crafting Expansion
Priority crops
- Honeycombs
- Potatoes
- Tomatoes
Why
- Honey is required for higher-tier sweets
- Potatoes appear in many cooked dishes
Tip Always keep at least one Beehive running.
Levels 21–24: Overnight Economy Begins
Priority crops
- Lemons
- Blueberries
- Strawberries
Why
- Lemons are essential but extremely slow
- Blueberries support jams, baked goods, and drinks
Tip Lemons should almost always be planted overnight.
Levels 25–29: Juice and Drink Chains
Priority crops
- Pears
- Red Grapes
- White Grapes
Why
- Pears support jam chains
- Grapes unlock juice and wine crafting
Tip Begin stockpiling grapes early — demand ramps quickly.
Levels 30–31: Transition Phase
Priority crops
- Grapes
- Blueberries
- Tomatoes
Why
- These crops appear repeatedly in orders
- Production chains begin overlapping heavily
Tip Avoid selling grapes casually; they become bottlenecks.
Levels 32–39: Fast-Cycle Efficiency
Priority crops
- Mixed Peppers
- Tomatoes
- Potatoes
Why
- Peppers have very short grow times
- Excellent for clearing Marie’s Board quickly
Tip Use peppers to fill idle time between longer crops.
Levels 40–42: Water Crops & Late Game
Priority crops
- Black Rice
- Cranberries
- Wasabi
Why
- Required for late-game specialty recipes
- Water crops consume minerals instead of water
Tip Plan mineral usage carefully — water crops are limited.
Crafting Use Chart (Verified)
Core Crops
| Crop | Primary Uses |
|---|---|
| Wheat | Flour, animal feed, baked goods |
| Corn | Sugar, animal feed, lanterns |
| Carrot | Soups, cakes, animal feed |
| Strawberry | Jam, desserts, milk-based items |
| Tomato | Soups, juices, cooked meals |
| Potato | Fried foods, chowders, baked dishes |
Fruits & Specialty Crops
| Crop | Primary Uses | | | | | Apple | Pies, early desserts | | Peach | Preserves, drinks | | Lemon | Lemonade, yogurt, gelato, candles | | Blueberry | Jam, pancakes, muffins | | Pear | Jam, sweets | | Grapes (Red/White) | Juice, wine, punch | | Honeycomb | Candies, baked goods |
Late-Game Water Crops
| Crop | Primary Uses |
|---|---|
| Black Rice | Rice dishes, risotto |
| Water Spinach | Specialty salads |
| Cranberries | Muffins, jam, scones |
| Wasabi | Advanced recipes |
Crops You Should Always Stockpile
Regardless of level:
- Wheat
- Corn
- Tomatoes
- Strawberries
- Potatoes
- Lemons (once unlocked)
- Grapes (once unlocked)
Running out of these almost always causes order delays.
Final Thoughts
FarmVille 2: Country Escape rewards anticipation, not reaction. The players who progress smoothly are the ones who plant for future demand, not current orders.
If you:
- Keep wheat and corn constant
- Treat strawberries, lemons, and blueberries as offline crops
- Stockpile grapes early
- Use peppers for fast recovery
You will avoid nearly every major farming bottleneck through level 42.