How Many Bells Can You Plant for a Money Tree?

Money trees are a popular item in the Animal Crossing franchise, and it's no secret why. Simply plant bells in the glowing spot in the ground, and if you're lucky, you'll grow a money tree! But just how many bells can you plant in order to maximize your return on investment?

The Basics of Money Trees

First, let's go over the basics of money trees. In Animal Crossing: New Horizons, a money tree will sprout from a glowing spot in the ground once per day. In order to plant a money tree, you must bury bells in the glowing spot. The amount of bells you plant determines the amount of bells your money tree will bear fruit in. However, money trees have a cap of 30,000 bells per tree.

The Optimal Amount to Plant

So, what's the optimal amount of bells to plant in order to maximize your return on investment? The general consensus among players is to plant 10,000 bells per tree. This is because the probability of getting three bags of 10,000 bells (the max amount you can get from a money tree) is much higher than getting three bags of 30,000 bells.

However, if you're feeling lucky, you can plant more than 10,000 bells per tree. Just keep in mind that there is a chance you will only get one or two bags of bells in return, and it's not guaranteed that you will get back the full amount you planted.

Taking Risks

If you're willing to take some risks, there are a few things to keep in mind when planting bells for money trees. First, make sure to have a shovel with you to dig up the money bags once the tree has grown. Next, if you have multiple players on your island, consider having each player plant their own 10,000 bells in separate trees to maximize your chances of getting a return on investment.

Additionally, if you want to try for a higher payout, you can try planting more than 10,000 bells per tree. However, keep in mind that there is a chance you won't get a return on investment at all, so only do this if you're willing to take the risk.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the optimal amount of bells to plant for a money tree is 10,000 bells. This will maximize your chances of getting the full return on investment without risking too much. However, if you're feeling lucky, you can plant more bells, just be aware that there is a chance you won't get back what you planted. Good luck, and happy planting!