Disney Dreamlight Valley: How To Get Rid Of Mushrooms

There are two types of mushrooms in Disney Dreamlight Valley, and our guide explains how to get rid of both of them.

If you have been playing Disney Dreamlight Valley, you might have noticed plenty of obstacles blocking your way. One of the most annoying obstacles is mushrooms, which prevent you from going further. Therefore, it is important to learn about how to get rid of mushrooms in Disney Dreamlight Valley so you can explore the game more quickly.

Key Takeaways
  • Mushrooms can block your path, and there is no way to go around them.
  • Mushrooms can be destroyed by using the Watering Can. However, you will first need to upgrade the Watering Can two times. 
  • You can upgrade the Watering Can by completing the “A Dark Experiment” quest given to you by Merlin. To upgrade it for the second time, you will need to complete “The Final Trial” quest, which is also given to you by the same character.

How To Get Rid Of Mushrooms

Thankfully, there is a way to get rid of mushrooms in the game, you’ll need to use the Watering Can. Here’s how to handle both small and large mushrooms:

  1. Acquire the Watering Can: If you haven’t already, obtain the Watering Can. For details on acquiring Royal Tools, including the Watering Can, refer to our guide on it.
  2. Upgrade the Watering Can:
    • Upgrade your Watering Can once to remove small mushrooms.
    • Upgrade it again to remove large mushrooms.

Upgrading your Watering Can twice is essential to efficiently clear both small and large mushrooms, allowing you to explore the game world with ease.

How To Get Rid of Mushrooms in Disney Dreamlight Valley
Watering Can

Upgrade The Watering Can

In order to upgrade the Watering Can, you will need to complete a quest called “A Dark Experiment.” This quest will be given to you by Merlin.

Here’s how to do it:

  1. Reach Friendship Level 8 with Merlin: Interact with Merlin, give presents, or complete quests for him until your Friendship Level reaches 8.
  2. A Dark Experiment Quest: Once you reach Level 8, you’ll unlock the “A Dark Experiment” quest, which allows you to upgrade your Watering Can.
  3. Collect Materials: To upgrade, gather these materials:
    • 20x Mushrooms (found in the Glade of Trust)
    • 5x Emeralds (found in the Forest of Valor and Glade of Trust)
    • 3x Purified Night Shards (crafted from Night Shards and Dream Shards)
How To Get Rid of Mushrooms in Disney Dreamlight Valley
A Dark Experiment

How To Collect Mushrooms 

Find white mushrooms in the Glade of Trust; no tools needed. They’re exclusive to this location, so collect as many as possible while there.

How To Get Emeralds 

  • Unlock the Forest of Valor and Glade of Trust (3,000 and 5,000 Dreamlight respectively).
  • Visit with a friend who has mining skills to search for Emeralds. Alternatively, learn how to unlock fast travel for convenience. Emeralds are rare, so patience is key. You’ll also acquire other gems while mining.

How To Craft Purified Night Shards 

  • Craft Purified Night Shards using 5 Night Shards and 1 Dream Shard for each (you need 3).
  • Gather 15 Night Shards by digging glowing mounds in different regions.
  • Acquire 3 Dream Shards by clearing Night Thorns, although their spawn rate is low. Expect to spend some time on this task.

Upgrading the Watering Can will help you remove the mushrooms blocking your path.

Upgrade The Watering Can For The Second Time 

To upgrade your Watering Can for the second time, follow these steps:

  1. Complete “The Final Trial” Quest:

    • After upgrading your Watering Can once, return to Merlin.
    • Give him the required items: 5 Purified Night Shards, which you can craft as explained earlier.
    • Wall-E will crush these shards into Night Shard Powder.
    • Give the Night Shard Powder to Merlin.
  2. Receive “Magic Weed Removal” Book:

    • Merlin will reward you with the “Magic Weed Removal” book in return.
  3. Collect Additional Items:

    • For the next part of the quest, collect the following items:
      • 25x Mushrooms (found in Glade of Trust)
      • 1x Falling Water (at the end of the river in Glade of Trust)
      • 1x Ice Heart (plant an Ice Heart Seed in the Frosted Heights area)
  4. Create Royal Water Can Upgrading Ointment:

    • Combine the collected items to create the “Royal Water Can Upgrading Ointment.”
  5. Upgrade Your Watering Can Again:

    • Return to Merlin and give him the Royal Water Can Upgrading Ointment.
    • Merlin will use it to upgrade your Watering Can for the second time.

Now, you can use your enhanced Watering Can to destroy both small and large mushrooms, allowing you to clear your path.

The Final Trial
The Final Trial

Final Words

This was how to get rid of mushrooms in Disney Dreamlight Valley. As you can see for yourself, it will take some time before you get the luxury of destroying the small and large mushrooms. Upgrading the Watering Can two times is a time taking process, but you will enjoy the journey. If you’re just starting out in the game, check out some Disney Dreamlight Valley tips we have listed for beginners. 

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