The latest update to Grow a Garden has introduced a series of powerful quality-of-life improvements that reshape how players interact with their gardens, pets, and tools.
These changes are focused not only on convenience but also on giving players more control, space, and strategic depth.
If you’ve been playing casually or are just returning to the game, this is the perfect time to catch up on what’s new.
Below is a complete breakdown of the best new features and how they can upgrade your gardening experience in 2025.
1. Garden Plot Expansion – More Space, More Creativity
One of the biggest additions is the ability to expand your garden sideways, unlocking more land instantly without cooldowns.
Where to expand: Use the “Expand Garden” sign near the plot fence
Cost: 250 million Sheckles per side
Benefits: More room for crops, cosmetics, and decorations
This is especially useful for players running mutation-focused builds or heavy pet setups. It also allows for better layout planning, especially if you’re combining farming with decoration.
2. Mutation Highlighting – Instantly Identify Special Crops
Previously, players had to manually guess or memorize which crops had which mutations. Now, mutation names appear automatically when you hover over any plant.
What it does: Shows the mutation type (e.g., Shocked, Twisted) directly on the plant
Why it matters: No more clicking every crop or opening menus
Example: Hovering over a Bamboo might show “Wet Mutation” in real time
This update alone significantly boosts efficiency when managing large gardens or during mutation-specific events.
3. Pet Manager – Simplified Interactions for Active Pets
Managing pets used to be tedious, especially in cluttered gardens. With the new Pet Manager, you can now interact with all your pets through a clean, accessible UI.
Access: Appears on the side of the screen when holding fruit
Functions: Feed, pick up, or unequip pets without manually clicking them
Impact: Saves time, reduces misclicks, and improves multi-pet coordination
This update is particularly helpful for players running multiple mutation or coin boost pets that require frequent interactions.
4. Seed Shop Reset Timer – Track When New Seeds Arrive
A new timer above the Seed Shop now shows exactly when the store will reset its inventory.
What it tracks: Time remaining before seed rotation
How it helps: Plan purchases more strategically
Note: Currently available only for the Seed Shop, not Gear Shop
This small change adds a layer of planning and is useful for players hunting for specific high-value or event-based seeds.
5. Trowel Rotation Tool – Full Control Over Crop Placement
You can now rotate plants using the Trowel tool for precise placement and cleaner layouts.
Tool: The Trowel (Tel), often found in the Gear Shop
Function: Rotate crops before or after planting
Why it matters: Useful for edge cases, symmetrical builds, or decorative plots
This adds flexibility to garden design and allows you to maximize available space, especially near borders or obstacles.
Additional New Features Worth Noting
Harvest Tool – One-Click Fruit Collection
What it does: Harvest all fruit from a plant in one interaction
Availability: Previously in Gear Shop, may return during events
Use case: Great for mass farming sessions and AFK players
Backpack Management Improvements
Items are now grouped clearly by type: seeds, fruit, gear, and pets
Easier to locate and sort through large inventories
Free Pet Slot Upgrades
How to access: In a new menu, trade in duplicate pets to unlock more equip slots
Limit: Up to 5 free slots, including for pet eggs
Why it matters: Enables more advanced multi-pet farming builds without spending Robux
Final Thoughts
The newest update to Grow a Garden doesn’t just add content—it transforms how players interact with every layer of the game. From better plot control and item management to pet accessibility and visual clarity, this update emphasizes ease-of-use and thoughtful design.
Whether you’re focused on crop mutations, layout perfection, or just casual progression, these features enhance the game in all the right ways. Now’s the perfect time to optimize your garden and take advantage of everything this update offers.