In Grow a Garden, cosmetics don’t just make your plot look better—they’re a reflection of your progression, creativity, and identity as a gardener.
While they don’t affect gameplay mechanics, cosmetic items offer a fun and rewarding system that lets players build unique visual themes in their gardens.
Whether you’re trying to place your first statue or aiming for a fully themed aesthetic with rare gnome crates and exotic items, this guide will walk you through how to get cosmetics, open crates, and decorate your plot like a pro.
How to Get Cosmetic Items
All decorations are obtained through the Cosmetic Shop, located between the Gear Shop and Pet Eggs area.
Step-by-Step:
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Talk to Sam, the cosmetic NPC.
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Browse available items and crates.
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Purchase using either:
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Sheckles (for Common and Uncommon cosmetics)
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Sheckles or Robux (for Rare and Legendary cosmetics)
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Restocks every 10 hours, so check back often for new items.
Cosmetic Crates – Types and How to Open Them
Crates offer randomized rewards and come in different categories, each with unique themes. They can be purchased directly from the Cosmetic Shop or, in the case of premium crates, through the Robux store.
How to Use:
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Buy a crate from the shop.
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Place the crate in your garden like a pet egg.
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Wait for a 45-second timer.
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When the timer ends, hold [E] to open and reveal your new decoration.
Crate Types:
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Sign Crate – Random signboards and display props
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Statue Crate – Decorative statues and ornamental figures
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Fun Crate – Playful or themed objects
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Gnome Crates – Comes in Common, Classic, and Farmer variants
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Exotic Cosmetic Crate – Robux-only with exclusive high-tier items
Note: Contents are randomized (RNG), and duplicates are possible.
How to Place and Customize Decorations
After unlocking a decoration, you can access and place it using the Cosmetic Backpack.
Accessing the Backpack:
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Click the tools icon in the top-left UI corner
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Or press [B] if you’re in the standard inventory menu
Placing Decorations:
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Select a decoration from your backpack
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Click on a valid open area in your plot to place
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Adjust using:
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Drag to move
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Rotate to turn or angle
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Store to return it to your backpack
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Pro Tip: Place items outside your planting areas to maintain crop layout efficiency while still achieving aesthetic goals.
Why Use Cosmetics?
While they don’t change stats or profits, cosmetics provide several soft benefits:
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Personal expression – Build your dream garden with a unique theme
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Status flex – Show off hard-to-get or limited-edition items
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Community appeal – More creative gardens get noticed by other players
Whether you’re chasing seasonal vibes, symmetrical beauty, or pure chaos, cosmetic items let you shape your space however you like.
Things to Keep in Mind
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Crates are RNG: There’s always a chance of duplicates
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Legendary items may require Robux: Sheckles don’t unlock everything
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Clear your space: Some decorations are large and need flat, open areas
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Plot Expansion matters: The more space you have, the more you can decorate
For maximum decorating potential, combine cosmetic upgrades with full plot expansion to gain more visual real estate.
Final Thoughts
Cosmetic items in Grow a Garden are more than just visuals—they’re your canvas for creativity. Whether you’re unlocking crates, displaying rare statues, or building a garden that turns heads, cosmetics add a whole new layer of satisfaction to the farming loop.
With consistent shop restocks, crate rotations, and customization tools, now is the best time to start personalizing your plot. Keep collecting, keep decorating, and make your garden something truly unique.