Sowables of Skyrim - Wheat
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 5 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 0.4% endorsement rate
- 🏆 #364 of 401 Models and Textures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
This mod contains a higher poly version of the vanilla wheat mesh and an up-scaled and cleaned version of the vanilla wheat texture.
Mesh Changes
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[]The wheat bundle/sheaf section of the mesh has been subdivided and smoothed so it does not appear so angular.
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]UV maps were updated for the bundle/sheaf portion of the mesh[]The crown and base of the wheat bundles/sheaves are more luscious now
[]Unharvested wheat plant now has 1726 triangles and 1259 vertices (Vanilla: 551 triangles, 468 vertices)
[]Also includes a modified item menu wheat mesh (NiAlpha property changed to make wheat more connected at tips)
Texture Changes
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[]The vanilla texture was AI up-scaled from 1k to 2k
[]The base texture and normal map were then further tweaked in Substance 3D Sampler
[]Also includes an up-scaled version of the item menu wheat
Installation
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[]Download and install with your mod manager of choice
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]Make sure this mod wins any conflicts or you won't see the changes made by the mod
Compatibility
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[]This mod is compatible with any texture replacements that work with the vanilla meshes. If you want to use the texture from another mod, simply load the textures after this mod.
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]If you want to use the texture from this mod but the meshes from another mod, hide the meshes or let the other mod's mesh win the conflict.Permissions and Credits
All assets contained in this mod are modified vanilla assets. I am sharing this mod with open permissions, and you can use this mod or modify so long as you share your mod with open permissions too. This includes porting the mod to other versions of the game, such as LE, Xbox, etc.
Other plants in the Sowables of Skyrim Series
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[]Sowables of Skyrim - Scrumptious Cabbages
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]Sowables of Skyrim - Grow Tomatoes SSE[]Sowables of Skyrim - Leeks
[]Sowables of Skyrim - Potatoes
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[]Sowables of Skyrim - Scrumptious Cabbages
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[]Download and install with your mod manager of choice
Sowables of Skyrim - Wheat is a compact visual enhancement mod that replaces the harvestable wheat mesh with a higher-poly version and upscaled vanilla textures. With 539 endorsements and 152,257 downloads, it's a popular choice for players wanting better-looking wheat without changing gameplay. Last updated in October 2023.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 539 endorsements and over 152k downloads
- Simple visual upgrade that keeps the vanilla look but sharper
- Lightweight mod that won't tax your system
⚠️ Cons
- Only affects wheat, so other crops remain vanilla
- May conflict with other mods that alter the same wheat mesh
- No gameplay changes, so if you want new mechanics this isn't it
For Skyrim players who want a subtle visual polish to the world without overhauling everything. If you're a modder building a load order and want better-looking crops, this is a safe pick. Skip if you're looking for new farming mechanics or major graphical overhauls.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Use a mod manager like Vortex or MO2 to install and manage this mod easily.
- Place this mod after other texture overhauls in your load order to ensure it takes effect.
- If you're on Skyrim Special Edition, make sure you download the correct version for your game.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim Mods
- Author
- ICFur
- Version
- 1.0
- Downloads
- 152,257
- Endorsements
- 539
- Category
- Models and Textures
- Created
- 10/23/2023
- Updated
- 10/23/2023
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