Quick Answer

Sprout Swarm is a common Instant from FUT (FUT) costing {1}{G}. Current price: $0.56 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Sprout Swarm MTG card

Sprout Swarm

Instant

Card Text

Convoke (Your creatures can help cast this spell. Each creature you tap while casting this spell pays for {1} or one mana of that creature's color.) Buyback {3} (You may pay an additional {3} as you cast this spell. If you do, put this card into your hand as it resolves.) Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token.

Card Stats

common CMC: 2.0 FUT FUT 🎨 Chippy
Buyback Convoke

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.56
Normal
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TCGPlayer
$13.08
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$1.79
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Card Kingdom
$15.99
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.58
Normal
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Cardmarket
€4.07
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pauper Legal
Paupercommander Legal
Predh Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (2 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sprout Swarm? Basics

Sprout Swarm is a Instant card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Convoke (Your creatures can help cast this spell. Each creature you tap while casting this spell pays for {1} or one mana of that creature's color.) Buyback {3} (You may pay an additional {3} as you cast this spell. If you do, put this card into your hand as it resolves.) Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token."

How much mana does Sprout Swarm cost to cast? Basics

Sprout Swarm has a mana cost of {1}{G}, which equals 2.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires G mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Sprout Swarm's mana cost of {1}{G} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Sprout Swarm has a mana value of 2.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Sprout Swarm's current oracle text is: "Convoke (Your creatures can help cast this spell. Each creature you tap while casting this spell pays for {1} or one mana of that creature's color.) Buyback {3} (You may pay an additional {3} as you cast this spell. If you do, put this card into your hand as it resolves.) Create a 1/1 green Saproling creature token."

What is the current price of Sprout Swarm? Pricing

The current market price for Sprout Swarm is approximately $0.56 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $13.08 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.58 EUR.

Where can I buy Sprout Swarm? Pricing

You can purchase Sprout Swarm from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Sprout Swarm normal: $0.56 | foil: $13.08

Is Sprout Swarm legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Sprout Swarm in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Sprout Swarm legal in Modern? Legality

Sprout Swarm is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Sprout Swarm legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Sprout Swarm is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Sprout Swarm legal in Pioneer? Legality

Format legality information for Sprout Swarm in Pioneer is not available.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Sprout Swarm legal in Legacy? Legality

Sprout Swarm is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Sprout Swarm legal in Vintage? Legality

Sprout Swarm is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Sprout Swarm legal in Pauper? Legality

Sprout Swarm is Legal in Pauper format.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Sprout Swarm from? Details

This printing of Sprout Swarm is from FUT (FUT), with collector number 138.

Sprout Swarm may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Sprout Swarm's rarity? Details

Sprout Swarm is a common card in FUT.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Sprout Swarm? Details

Sprout Swarm was illustrated by Chippy.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

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