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How to Speed Up Sugarcane Growth in Minecraft

How to Speed Up Sugarcane Growth in Minecraft
Nic Weber

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Ever wondered how you can make your sugarcane grow faster in Minecraft? You’re in the right place! We’re diving into the tips and tricks to get those sugary sticks sprouting at super speeds.

Let’s get to the bottom of speeding up sugarcane growth in Minecraft. Whether you’re building a grand library full of books or setting up a trading post, fast-growing sugarcane is a must!

Quick Tricks to Boost Sugarcane Growth

First off, sugarcane loves water! Make sure to plant your sugarcane next to water blocks. This isn’t just good for hydration; it’s a must. Sugarcane won’t grow if it’s not planted on a block directly adjacent to water.

Next up, light it up! Like most plants in Minecraft, sugarcane grows faster with plenty of light. Ensure your sugarcane has enough light by placing torches or other light sources nearby, especially at night.

Creating the Perfect Environment

While you can’t use bone meal on sugarcane, you can still create the perfect growing conditions. Make sure your sugarcane has an open sky above it or is well-lit with artificial light sources. Though it may seem like it, sugarcane doesn’t grow faster on sand than on dirt or grass, so just ensure it’s beside water.

For those looking to massively increase their sugarcane yield, consider building an automatic sugarcane farm. This involves some redstone magic but can result in an endless supply of sugarcane, harvested automatically!

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