Herb patches in OSRS are Farming patches where players can grow herbs. These herbs are mainly used in the Herblore skill to create potions. Each herb patch requires one seed to plant, and herbs take around 80 minutes to grow. You must use a seed dibber to plant herb seeds and a spade to harvest them. Players can also use tools like Magic secateurs and ultracompost to boost yields and reduce disease risks.
Unlike allotments, herbs cannot be protected by gardeners. However, disease-free patches such as Trollheim and Weiss are available after completing certain quests. Using equipment and bonuses can significantly improve herb farming profits.
Herb Patch Bonuses
| Bonus | Requirement | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Trollheim Herb Patch | Complete My Arm’s Big Adventure | Disease-free growth |
| Weiss Herb Patch | Build the Fire of Nourishment | Disease-free growth |
| Hosidius Patch | Complete the Easy Kourend & Kebos Diary | Disease-free growth |
| Magic Secateurs | Equip or carry during harvesting | 10% extra yield |
| Farming Cape | Wear while farming | 5% extra yield |
| Falador Herb Patch | Complete Medium Falador Diary | 10% extra XP |
| Catherby Herb Patch | Complete Kandarin Diary | Up to 15% extra yield |
| Attas Seed | Planted in Anima Patch | 5% extra chance to save a life |
Locations of OSRS Herb Patches
- Falador Patch (Asgarnia)
- Location: South of Falador
- Closest Teleport: Explorer’s Ring, Falador Teleport, or Draynor Village
- Catherby Patch (Kandarin)
- Location: North of Catherby
- Closest Teleport: Catherby Teleport or Camelot Teleport
- Hosidius Patch (Kourend)
- Location: South-west Hosidius
- Closest Teleport: Xeric’s Glade or Kharedst’s Memoirs
- Ardougne Patch (Kandarin)
- Location: North of Ardougne
- Closest Teleport: Ardougne Cloak or Skills Necklace
- Trollheim Patch (Asgarnia)
- Location: Troll Stronghold Roof
- Closest Teleport: Trollheim Teleport (requires quest completion)
- Farming Guild Patch (Kourend)
- Location: Farming Guild (65 Farming required)
- Closest Teleport: Skills Necklace or Farming Cape
- Harmony Island Patch (Morytania)
- Location: Harmony Island (requires Elite Morytania Diary)
- Closest Teleport: Harmony Island Teleport
- Weiss Patch (Fremennik)
- Location: Weiss
- Closest Teleport: Icy Basalt
- Port Phasmatys Patch (Morytania)
- Location: West of Port Phasmatys
- Closest Teleport: Ectophial
- Civitas illa Fortis Patch (Varlamore)
- Location: West of Civitas illa Fortis
- Closest Teleport: Hunter Guild Teleport
Top Herb Seeds to Plant in OSRS
- Ranarr Seeds
- Level Required: 32
- Uses: Prayer Potions
- Average Profit: 32,000+ coins
- Snapdragon Seeds
- Level Required: 62
- Uses: Super Restore Potions
- Average Profit: 29,500+ coins
- Toadflax Seeds
- Level Required: 38
- Uses: Saradomin Brew
- Average Profit: 26,900+ coins
- Torstol Seeds
- Level Required: 85
- Uses: Super Combat Potions
- Average Profit: 17,400+ coins
- Kwuarm Seeds
- Level Required: 56
- Uses: Super Strength Potions
- Average Profit: 26,200+ coins
Tips for Maximising Herb Patch Yields
- Use Ultracompost: Reduces disease risk and ensures at least 6 herbs per seed.
- Magic Secateurs: Boosts herb yield by 10%.
- Farming Cape: Provides a 5% yield bonus.
- Plant Attas Seeds: Offers a 5% chance to save a life on herb patches.
- Prioritise Disease-Free Patches: Use Trollheim, Weiss, or Hosidius for guaranteed growth.
Money-Making with Herb Patches
Farming herbs is one of the most profitable methods in OSRS. Popular herbs like Ranarr, Snapdragon, and Toadflax offer consistent profits. Collecting Snape grass and planting valuable seeds ensures steady income. Efficient herb runs using disease-free patches and teleportation methods can yield over 1 million coins per hour.
Common Mistakes When Farming Herbs
- Not Using Ultracompost: Reduces profit and increases death risk.
- Forgetting Boosting Items: Magic secateurs and Farming cape provide significant benefits.
- Ignoring Disease-Free Patches: Trollheim and Weiss offer risk-free farming.
- Skipping Teleports: Slow runs lower efficiency and profit.
Final Notes on OSRS Herb Patches
Mastering herb patches in OSRS can greatly improve your Farming XP and in-game profits. With the right methods, disease-free patches, and yield-boosting tools, you can maximise your gains from every herb run. Remember to keep your Farming cape, Magic secateurs, and ultracompost on hand for the best results. For further Farming tips, check out OSRS Wiki for in-depth guides and information.
