The Reclaimer is one of the most practical and game-changing tools in Grow a Garden, introduced in the Summer Update. This gear allows players to convert planted crops back into seeds, making it essential for farm layout optimization, seasonal rotation, and preserving rare plants.
In this article, we’ll cover how to get the Reclaimer, how to use it, and why it’s a vital tool for managing your garden efficiently.
What is the Reclaimer?
Item Name: Reclaimer
Category: Gear
Main Function: Converts planted crops back into seeds
Effect: Unlike the shovel (which deletes crops), the Reclaimer returns them to your inventory
Crafting Time: 45 minutes
Optional Purchase: Available for 199 Robux
This gear is perfect for players who frequently switch between farming strategies or want to store rare crops like Divine or Prismatic seeds for later use.
How to Get the Reclaimer
There are two main ways to obtain the Reclaimer:
1. Crafting at the Gear Crafting Station
Location: Crafting Station near the Gear Shop
Materials Needed:
1x Common Egg (Buy from Pet Egg Shop)
1x Harvest Tool (Buy from Gear Shop)
500,000 Sheckles
Steps:
Go to the Gear Crafting Station
Select Reclaimer from the gear recipe list
Insert all required materials
Click the Craft button
Wait 45 minutes, then press E to collect your Reclaimer
This is the most cost-effective way to get the gear, especially if you already have the materials.
2. Drop from the Summer Harvest Event
Location: Central hub area, near NPC Georgia
How:
Participate in the Summer Harvest Event
Donate summer crops like Green Apple, Avocado, or Banana
At the end of the 10-minute event, rewards are given
Drop Chance: 50% for Reclaimer
This method is free but not guaranteed—still, it’s worth attempting regularly if you farm summer crops.
How to Use the Reclaimer
Using the Reclaimer is simple and seamless:
Equip the Reclaimer from your inventory
Hover your cursor over the planted crop you want to reclaim
Click or tap to convert the crop back into its original seed
The seed will return to your inventory
Important Notes:
Works on any crop, including Divine, Prismatic, or Event-exclusive seeds
Does not consume charges – unlimited uses
Gear remains equipped until manually removed or unequipped
Best Use Cases and Tips
Reorganizing Your Garden: Clear large crops like Beanstalk or Sugar Apple to make room for new seasonal seeds, and replant them later without losing progress
Preserving Valuable Seeds: Rare plants like Loquat, Rosy Delight, or Elephant Ears can be stored and used again post-event
Alternative to Shovel: Unlike the shovel, which deletes crops, Reclaimer saves them
Farming Event Seeds: Temporarily replace existing crops with Summer Seed Pack plants, then use Reclaimer to return your old setup after the event ends
Save Money: Avoid repurchasing rare seeds. This gear lets you cycle them in and out as needed
Final Thoughts
The Reclaimer in Grow a Garden is more than just a quality-of-life tool—it’s a strategic asset. With the ability to recover any planted crop as a seed, it gives players the flexibility to adapt to seasonal events, optimize layouts, and preserve their most valuable assets.
Whether obtained through crafting or dropped from the Summer Harvest Event, the Reclaimer is one of the best investments for any gardener aiming to maximize both space and profit. Make sure to get yours before the next seasonal shift, and never lose another crop again.