10 Things to Do Before Ghoul Garden Grow a Garden Update Guide
The long-awaited Halloween-themed update for Grow a Garden has finally been announced, and it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest events yet. The “Ghoul Garden” update will introduce new features like spooky weather, exclusive seeds, limited pets, and special Halloween activities.
But before diving in, there are several key preparations you should make to ensure you don’t fall behind once the event drops. Here’s a complete guide on 10 things you should do before the Ghoul Garden update goes live.
1. Fill Your Garden with Plenty of Plants
Every Grow a Garden event revolves around plant collection. Whether it’s Beanstalk, Bee Event, or Nutty Fever — having a full garden is always an advantage. Focus on easily managed crops like tomatoes and coconuts, which can be harvested in bulk. Remember that plant rarity affects its point value:
- Common = 1 point
- Uncommon = 2 points
- Rare = 3 points
- Legendary = 4 points
- Mythical = 5 points
- Divine = 6 points
- Prismatic = 7 points
- Transcended = 8 points
You don’t need rare plants. High-quantity common crops are enough for strong event exchanges.
2. Farm as Many Acorns as Possible
Acorns are one of the best reward sources in the game. They can grant top-tier items like the Grandmaster Sprinkler, Rainbow Fertilizer, and Nutty Crate. With a 2% drop rate for Grandmaster Sprinklers, acorn farming is far more efficient than buying from the shop (which only offers a 0.05% chance). Also, keep an eye out for the Chinchilla pet from the Nutty Chest — it might become a rare collectible after the event.
3. Finish the Nutty Fever Event
Before Halloween starts, wrap up the ongoing Nutty Fever event. Exclusive rewards like Pecan, Fortune Squirrel, and Hyrax will disappear once it ends. Take advantage of the remaining days to complete every challenge and earn all the limited rewards.
4. Stockpile Sheckels
Sheckels are the main in-game currency used in almost every major update. You’ll need plenty of them to buy rare seeds and restocked items. Earn Sheckels by:
- Selling large harvests
- Trading with other players
- Using in-game inflation to your advantage
Keep a few trillion Sheckels ready before the update hits — you’ll need them when admin restocks begin.
5. Prepare for Admin Restocks
As with past major updates, developers usually do “admin abuse” before release — meaning mass restocks of rare items like Lollipop Level Up and Sprinkler. Have your Sheckels ready and act fast when these appear.
6. Get Support Pets Ready
Pets like Gorilla Chef or any that increase farming efficiency are great assets during events. Use them to boost your yield and maximize event rewards once Halloween begins.
7. Join a Discord Stock Notifier
Stay connected to item stock alerts by joining Discord notifier servers. These will inform you when rare seeds such as Crimson Thorn or Coco Mango appear. If the official server is full, there are many community-run alternatives that provide the same function.
8. Upgrade to the Best Sprinklers
A powerful sprinkler setup is key to maximizing plant growth and event efficiency. Before the update, make sure you have at least a Master Sprinkler or, ideally, a Grandmaster Sprinkler to speed up your harvests.
9. Hold On to Old Event Items
Don’t sell your old rare plants or items just yet. Past collectibles often become valuable again in future events or may even be used as crafting materials for new plants.
10. Follow Community Updates
Stay up-to-date with news and leaks from the Grow a Garden community. Most early information about new features, events, and secret content appears first on YouTube or Discord.
The Ghoul Garden Halloween update promises to be the biggest one yet, bringing spooky vibes, new crops, and exciting limited-time pets. By following these 10 steps, you’ll be well-prepared to make the most of the event and stay ahead of other players. So start planting, farming, and saving now — because this Halloween in Grow a Garden is going to be full of surprises.
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