Squashweed
Squashweed draws on the complementary traits of its parent plants to create a fusion with reliable performance across a broad range of levels and zombie lineups.
Combat Stats
Sun Cost
150 Sun
Damage
20 (spikes)<br> 40 (mini-squash)
Attack Speed
1.5 Seconds
Range
Contact
Target
Ground Zombies
Toughness
300
Details
knocks back zombies with each attack, as well as firing a bouncing mini-squash that travels down the lane. Every time a mini squash hits the ground, it inflicts 40 points of damage to nearby zombies.
Like , deals the following damage against vehicles, but is destroyed in the process:
Instantly kills s and s.
If or has more than 50% max Toughness, damage is capped at 50% of their max Toughness
If , , or has more than 1/3 of their max Toughness, damage is capped at 1/3 of their max Toughness.Note: , , and have innate 50%, 66%, and 75% damage reductions respectively, effectively capping damage at 1/6, 1/9, and 1/12 of their max Toughness respectively.
As a fusion plant, doesn’t block regular zombies, allowing them to walk over itself without being eaten. also cannot be damaged by straight-shooting projectiles such as those fired from or .
Pros
- Dependable output — 20 (spikes)
40 (mini-squash) every attacks every 1.5 Seconds delivers consistent lane pressure without situational conditions. - Versatile coverage — Works in a wide range of level and zombie types without specialized setups.
- Parent-plant synergy — Combined fusion traits create a more complete attack profile than either parent alone.
Cons
- No standout mechanic — Lacks the breakout potential of role-specialized fusions in their ideal conditions.
- Support required — 300 benefits from at least one wall plant to safely sustain operations across full waves.
- Specialist-limited ceiling — Specialist fusions in endgame content eventually surpass generalists like Squashweed.
1
Prioritize placing Squashweed in the lane that sees the earliest and most consistent zombie arrivals each level.
2
A single wall plant in the foremost column of Squashweed's lane gives it the protection needed to fire continuously for multiple full waves.
3
Check Lumos bonus levels active in your current run — matching bonus types can increase Squashweed's effective damage significantly without extra sun cost.
4
Know Squashweed's recipe by heart so that mid-wave replanting after it falls does not break your concentration during a critical defensive moment.
What type is Squashweed?
Squashweed is a Common fusion plant in Plants vs Zombies Fusion 3.9. Common fusions are the most accessible fusion tier, available across most game modes and suitable for all experience levels.
What is Squashweed's sun cost?
Squashweed costs 150 Sun to plant on your lawn. Managing your economy with sun-producing plants early in each level ensures you have enough sun to place Squashweed when the pressure ramps up.
What zombies does Squashweed attack?
Squashweed's attacks target Ground Zombies zombies. Assigning it to the lane or row where those zombie types are most concentrated gives you the best return on your sun investment.
Is Squashweed worth unlocking or crafting?
Yes — Squashweed's 20 (spikes)
40 (mini-squash) damage every attacks every 1.5 Seconds and 300 toughness make it a worthwhile fusion for most garden compositions. For players at any progression level, its balanced profile makes it useful well into the late-game content.
