Most Profitable Plants to Grow
16 Most Profitable Crops For Small Farms:
- Vegetables: Asparagus, Garlic, Ginseng, Shiitake Mushrooms
- Fruits: Goji Berries, Elderberries, Strawberries, Blackberries
- Herbs: Lavender, Spearmint, Peppermint, Basil
- Flowers: Roses, Peonies, Tuberose, Orchids
- Houseplants: Snake Plant, Bonsai, Dragon Scale, Anthurium
Profitable Plant Farming
- Bamboo, flowers, herbs, fruits, vegetables, houseplants, and mushrooms can all be profitable plants to grow on a small farm.
- Saffron, vanilla, ginseng, shiitake mushrooms, garlic, strawberries, lavender, peonies, orchids, and basil are particularly lucrative options.
- Limited space can still be profitable with raised beds or square foot gardening for herbs.
Best Plant to Grow for Money
- Saffron is the most expensive crop in the world.
- Mushrooms are easy to grow and a popular choice for small-scale farming.
- Microgreens, Lavender, and Goji berries are other profitable options.
Check out this list of the most profitable crops to grow on small farms. If you’re short on space/time, look toward high-value crops to maximize output. Considerations: Revenue estimates don’t account for overhead/costs.
Knowing varieties that perform best is key. Selling plants requires space/shipping knowledge but is a great business. Limited space can be profitable with raised beds/square foot gardening for herbs. Choosing the right plants can generate returns even from small plots.