A massive update is coming to Grow a Garden, and it’s set to change the way you play. The crafting system is finally arriving, and early leaks already reveal a ton of details—new mechanics, pets, seeds, and even admin weather events. If you’re an active player or planning to dive into the game, this guide will walk you through what’s coming and how to get fully prepared. Also check out our newest friendship update guide and how to use the new friendship pot gear.
Crafting System Officially Leaked
The highlight of the update is the introduction of a crafting system that allows players to combine items to unlock gears, seeds, and more. This adds a fresh gameplay loop and gives you more control over your resources. You’ll be able to use combinations like:
- Strawberry + Blueberry + Tomato + Coconut = Advanced Sprinkler
- Apple + Bamboo + Coconut = Master Sprinkler
It looks like this system will be key in overcoming the current gear shop limitations, where only a few items can be bought every few minutes. With crafting, you’ll potentially be able to create gear indefinitely—as long as you’ve got the ingredients.
How to Prepare for the Crafting Update
To be ready for this update the moment it drops, here’s what you should focus on:
- Collect as Many Seeds as Possible Stock up on every type of seed available in the shop—mango, apple, bamboo, tomato, strawberry, and more. You’ll need a mix of them to unlock recipes.
- Grow a Variety of Fruits Not just seeds—start growing! Having different fruits already harvested will speed up your progress when the update goes live.
- Organize Your Garden Inventory Make sure you’ve got storage and space for crafted gear and new items.
- Farm Regularly Until Update Day The more ingredients you farm now, the more items you can instantly craft later.
New Pets and Potential Cosmetics
The update will also introduce new pets, and although full visuals are being kept under wraps, the leak mentions they are some of the most unique designs Grow a Garden has ever added. There’s also mention of a cooked bird cosmetic, possibly as a fun accessory, tied to community jokes around the “Night Tower.”
Additionally, there’s a pirate pet leak that could appear during disco weather events, with effects like:
- 0.1% chance of appearing in inventory during the event
- 10% chance every 20 minutes to apply disco mutation to fruits
Admin Weather Event: Rainbow
Another exciting reveal is a new admin weather event called Rainbow. Similar to past events like Black Hole and Sun God, this one will:
- Trigger on update day
- Turn your fruits into rainbow fruits
- Possibly increase item drop or mutation rates
If you’re looking to collect rare fruits or need variety for crafting, this is one event you don’t want to miss.
Will There Be a Trading System?
There’s been a lot of buzz in the community about a possible trading system. While Jandelle has confirmed he’s working on it, there’s no final word on whether it will be released. Feedback is mixed—some players think it will improve the game, others believe it could lead to imbalance.
For now, trading is 50/50—so don’t count on it being available right away.
This crafting update is shaping up to be one of the biggest changes Grow a Garden has seen. With the ability to create gear, discover new pets, and enjoy dynamic weather effects like the Rainbow event, there’s never been a better time to start preparing. Whether you’re a casual gardener or a serious collector, this update will add a whole new layer to your Grow a Garden experience. Make sure you’re ready!
