Massive Alien Update Coming to Grow a Garden, 6 Thing Coming in The Next Big Thing!

The upcoming Grow a Garden summer update is shaping up to be the game’s biggest content drop yet, and it’s bringing something truly unexpected—an Alien Invasion Event. Backed by official leaks and developer confirmations, this update blends summer vibes with out-of-this-world features, including new pets, a community-driven harvest event, summer weather, and even mutation-based plant mechanics. Here’s a full breakdown of everything confirmed (and speculated) so far. Also check out what you need to do before the update of Summer Event in Grow a Garden.

1. Confirmed: Alien Weather + Invasion Mutation

One of the most exciting parts of this update is the Alien Invasion Event, which introduces a bizarre alien-themed weather pattern—complete with UFOs and eerie sky effects. During this weather, players can expect an all-new Alien Mutation, which makes plants partially transparent and potentially gives them boosted variant traits or hidden buffs.

Although not yet confirmed to drop on update day, the alien event is a real feature being tested by the devs. It may be released soon after the summer launch or rolled in gradually depending on feedback.

2. Summer Harvest Community Event

In addition to the alien event, Grow a Garden is launching a limited-time Summer Harvest Event, a community-wide collaboration where all players contribute toward shared goals. While exact mechanics are still under wraps, it may involve collectively growing or watering a central mega-plant or contributing massive amounts of honey or seasonal fruit.

Think of it like the honey event—but on a much larger scale, possibly with shared progress bars, bonus rewards, and special unlockables tied to how much the entire player base contributes.

3. New Pets: Confirmed Full Lineup

This update introduces a huge lineup of tropical and beach-themed pets, with unique buffs that affect gameplay in real-time. These pets will hatch from a new Paradise Egg, and here’s the confirmed list so far:

• Peacock – Occasionally resets pet cooldowns, like Queen Bee
• Octopus – Role unclear but teased visually
• Lobster/Crab – Possibly harvest-related
• Capybara – Slows hunger and increases XP gain
• Flamingo – May be visual or social interaction-based
• Orangutan – “Helping Hands” skill saves materials while crafting
• Seagull – Likely travel or time-based effect
• Starfish – Boosts pet XP gain passively
• Sea Turtle – “Shell Share” grants XP boosts to random pets
• Scarlet Macaw – Cosmetic but may include cheer or boost
• Seal – Sells pets with a chance to refund them as eggs
• Ostrich – Possibly farming-related (speed or harvest)
• Mystery Bird – Yet to be identified
• Bonus Pets – Devs hinted that secret pets will be available during the event, similar to the Cooked Owl in previous updates.

Each pet will feature abilities that impact harvesting, crafting, or pet management, encouraging more strategic decisions for team-building.

4. New Gameplay Tool: Pick Up Plants

One of the most requested features is finally being added: the ability to pick up planted fruits without deleting them. This change alone will save players hours of grinding and avoid irreversible mistakes when trying to rearrange or redesign their gardens. While it’s still unclear whether seeds will also be affected, confirmed footage shows that fully grown plants can be removed and repositioned without penalty.

This may also lead to new layout strategies and boost the usefulness of seasonal or limited-time fruit.

5. Seed Shop Rotation + Crafting System Continues

Yes, it’s true: a large chunk of the current Seed Shop inventory will be removed with this update. If you haven’t yet stocked up on rare or seasonal seeds, now is your last chance. There’s no guarantee they’ll return—and many may become permanently unavailable.

The crafting system will remain, and likely expand, especially with the orangutan pet enhancing crafting efficiency. Expect new materials, recipes, and gear slots that tie into both the harvest event and alien weather system.

6. Summer Weather & Cosmetics Incoming

As expected from a seasonal update, summer-themed weather will roll in alongside matching cosmetic gear and décor. Leaks suggest new gear skins, beach furniture, pool slides, and possible weather conditions like “Tropical Storm” or “Heatwave” that could affect plant growth or boost mutation odds.

Some of these will likely be time-limited exclusives—so be sure to check the in-game shop regularly when the event drops.

The Grow a Garden summer update is packed with exciting new content—possibly the most game-changing patch we’ve seen so far. From transparent alien mutations and XP-boosting pets to crafting overhauls and collaborative community events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. With so many seeds and items about to rotate out, it’s critical you prep now: stockpile resources, collect rare seeds, and organize your best pets. This update has the potential to completely redefine how we play the game, so get ready to grow like never before.