The Ice Golem is one of the most wanted pets in Grow a Garden right now, mainly because of how rare it is and how strong its final passive can be. Introduced during the Christmas update, this pet quickly became a flex item for endgame players. In this guide, we will explain exactly how to get the Ice Golem, what makes it special, and whether it is worth chasing. Also check out our Animals Tier List and Grow a Garden Codes!
What Is the Ice Golem in Grow a Garden?
The Ice Golem is a Christmas-exclusive pet obtained from the Christmas Egg. It is considered a top-tier pet due to its late-game passive effects and rarity.
- Limited-time Christmas pet
- Extremely low hatch rate
- Focused on mutation-based bonuses
- Comparable to powerful pets like Nightmare or Headless Horseman
How to Get Ice Golem in Grow a Garden
1. Get the Christmas Egg
The Ice Golem can only be obtained from the Christmas Egg.
- Christmas Eggs are available during the Christmas Event
- Purchased from the Christmas Shop
- Not obtainable outside the event period
If the Christmas Event ends, the Ice Golem becomes unobtainable unless trading is added later.
2. Hatch the Ice Golem (0.5% Chance)
The Ice Golem has a 0.5% hatch rate, making it one of the rarest pets in the game.
What this means:
- On average, 1 Ice Golem per 200 eggs
- No guaranteed pity system confirmed
- Heavy RNG involved
Some players were able to get it early due to a short window where eggs were accidentally available, but normally you will need to hatch it legitimately through the event.
3. Festive Variant System
Unlike normal rainbow pets, Christmas Egg pets use Festive variants instead.
- Festive variants function like upgraded versions
- Visual differences fit the Christmas theme
- Ice Golem also follows this system
Ice Golem Abilities Explained
The Ice Golem applies multiple mutations, but not all of them are equally strong.
- Christmas Rally, Jolly Decorator, Merry Nursery, and Giant Golem
This makes the Ice Golem weaker early on, but extremely strong once fully utilized.
Best Way to Farm Christmas Eggs Faster
If you are trying to increase your chances of hatching the Ice Golem:
- Save currency specifically for Christmas Eggs
- Focus on event activities that reward Christmas currency
- Use XP and efficiency pets to speed up farming
- Avoid spending eggs early unless you can open in bulk
Bulk hatching improves consistency, even though RNG still applies.
Is Ice Golem Worth It?
Yes, but only if:
- You are an endgame player
- You already have strong mutation setups
- You are willing to deal with heavy RNG
For newer players, pets like Reindeer or Turtle Dove offer much better value for progression.
The Ice Golem is a true endgame pet in Grow a Garden. Its 0.5% drop rate makes it extremely rare, but its final passive can be one of the strongest bonuses in the game when used correctly. If you enjoy hunting rare pets and already have a solid garden setup, the Ice Golem is absolutely worth chasing during the Christmas Event.