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Grow A Garden Pet Tier List | SteelSeries
Ranked tier list of every pet in Grow a Garden Roblox. Find out which pets are best, which to skip, and how to evolve top-tier companions fast.
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So, you’ve been grinding Grow a Garden; hatching eggs, mutating fruits, and trying to flex with the rarest pets in the server. But with so many options (and so many Blood Hedgehogs showing up out of nowhere), I know you’re wondering: Which pets are actually worth keeping in your garden?
Whether you’re chasing divine mutations, sweating the Blood Moon event, or just want the cutest companion while you AFK farm, this list breaks down the best of the best. From the overpowered Mimic Octopus to the Disco Bee that parties while you harvest, we’ve ranked the top pets so you know exactly who deserves a spot by your side.
Before we start throwing pets into S-tier like it’s nothing, here’s how we decided who deserves the top spots. This tier list is based on a mix of stats, abilities, event utility, and overall Grow a Garden street cred.
Here’s what we looked at:
Hatch Time & Rarity: Pets from Legendary, Paradise, or Blood Eggs get bonus points, especially if they’re event-locked or super hard to hatch.
Passive Abilities: Some pets boost fruit growth. Others double your coin gain. The stronger and more consistent the passive, the higher they rank.
Mutation Potential: Pets with access to powerful mutations (like Rainbow traits or special event passives) rank higher than their basic forms.
Sell Value & Trade Worth: Whether you're in it for the coins or looking to flex on the trading board, pets with high value always rise to the top.
Event Performance: Some pets shine during Blood Moon, Zen, or Summer Harvest events. We gave those extra credit for being clutch when it counts.
Community Hype: We scoped out TierMaker rankings, Discord debates, and community posts to factor in player sentiment, because let’s be real, the Roblox fandom knows what’s up.
TL;DR: If a pet helps you farm faster, earn more, or dominate events and looks good doing it, it’s climbing the ranks.
Whether you’re trying to dominate during Blood Moon or maximize passive gains while you farm, these top-tier pets offer the best abilities, strongest mutations, and the most bang for your buck. If you manage to hatch one of these, don’t let it go.
One of the most sought-after pets in the game, the Mimic Octopus offers top-tier passive bonuses and incredible sell value. It's rare, powerful, and performs well in nearly every event, making it a staple in any high-level garden.
The Queen Bee is a productivity powerhouse. Her ability boosts fruit growth and overall garden efficiency, especially when paired with other bee-type pets or during events like Summer Harvest. She's a reliable pick for both farming and coin grinding.
This divine-tier pet excels during nighttime and Moon events, giving major passive boosts that scale with your garden size. It’s not just cool-looking, Moon Cat is a quiet powerhouse that pays off big over time.
This pet shines in passive coin farming. It’s not flashy, but if you're looking for a pet that consistently earns over time, the Golden Lab’s reliable ability makes it a favorite for long-term grinding and AFK sessions.
A star during Blood Moon events, this pet deals big boosts when paired with blood-aligned fruits and other blood pets. If you’re building around Blood Egg synergy, this one’s essential.
Part support, part party animal, the Disco Bee buffs nearby pets and adds a fun energy to your garden. Its passive boosts aren't just cosmetic; this pet improves your garden’s output, especially in bee-heavy builds.
A-Tier pets are excellent additions to your garden, especially if you're building around certain events, time cycles, or fruit types. They may not be as universally powerful as the S-Tier picks, but in the right setup, these pets can absolutely carry.
Both versions of the Owl shine during nighttime or Blood Moon events. Their passives are powerful but only activate under certain conditions, making them less reliable, but deadly when used effectively.
What does the Axolotl do? It’s surprisingly versatile. This pet speeds up growth on aquatic or water-adjacent fruits, making it a great pick for Zen builds or gardens with water-heavy layouts.
Pets that can mutate into rainbow forms, like the Rainbow Deer or Rainbow Bee, get a big boost to stats and visual flair. They’re strong, but heavily dependent on luck and fruit mutation RNG to really shine.
An aggressive, event-ready pet with strong mutation potential. It’s a bit trickier to pair with specific garden builds, but in the right hands, it can easily outperform expectations, especially in limited-time events.
A solid pick for Zen builds or players focused on passive harvesting. It’s not flashy, but its synergy with certain fruits and pets makes it a low-maintenance, high-reward companion.
These pets are great for filling out your team when you don’t have access to S- or A-tier options. They’re useful, easy to hatch or trade for, and can still help you progress, just don’t expect them to dominate during major events.
How rare is the Red Fox? Rare enough to feel special, but not quite strong enough to carry. It’s a decent mid-game pet with good sell value and a decent passive, but it’s easily outclassed once you unlock higher-tier eggs.
These event pets are easy to grab during seasonal drops and come with solid abilities. They’re not meta-breaking, but if you missed out on Blood or Divine pets, Paradise picks can help bridge the gap.
Introduced during the Summer Harvest event, these pets offer fruit-boosting passives and some decent synergy with tropical garden layouts. They’re situational but strong when paired with the right setup.
Cute? Yes. Market-breaking? Not really. Cookie Pets are great for collectors and new players, but most lack the high-tier passives needed to stand out later in the game.
These pets aren’t necessarily bad; they’re just outclassed by stronger options in terms of abilities, value, or event relevance. Most are fine for early-game or for filling a slot, but once you’ve got access to higher-tier eggs, these are best used for trades or quick coins.
These are your starter companions; easy to hatch, low stats, and basic passives. They’re great for learning the game, but get phased out quickly once you unlock Rare or Legendary Eggs.
Not all mutations are good. Some pets can mutate into forms that look cool but don’t offer meaningful bonuses. If the mutation doesn’t support your fruit layout or playstyle, it’s usually better to trade them off.
Pets from past events like the original Crafting Update or early Zen releases may have been powerful once, but many haven’t kept up with recent balance changes. Unless they’ve got nostalgia value or cool cosmetics, they’re mostly benchwarmers now.
These quirky pets have niche passives that counter bee-type boosts, but they’re more of a gimmick than a useful mechanic. Unless you're running a specific anti-meta build (why though?), you can safely pass on these.
While it ultimately depends on your playstyle, most players agree that the Mimic Octopus and Moon Cat are top contenders for the best pet in Grow a Garden. The Mimic Octopus is extremely valuable thanks to its rare hatch rate, high passive bonuses, and strong event performance. Meanwhile, Moon Cat, one of the game’s divine pets, excels during nighttime or Moon events, providing massive boosts that scale with your garden's size.
If you're focused on coin farming, the Golden Lab is also a top pick thanks to its consistent passive income generation, especially during AFK sessions.
While this article is about pets, plants matter too 💚
The best plant often depends on your current setup, but Moonlit Fruit and Zen Berries are widely considered the most valuable. Moonlit Fruit pairs perfectly with night-aligned pets like Moon Cat and Blood Owl, especially during the Blood Moon event. Zen Berries, on the other hand, work well with pets from the Zen update and are great for players focused on passive garden growth.
If you’re chasing high sell value or planning for mutations, mutated fruits tied to event eggs (like Rainbow or Blood Eggs) also offer big potential, especially when combined with pets that boost mutation rates.
Moles are considered a mid-rarity pet in Grow a Garden, and while exact hatch odds aren’t officially published, community reports suggest they appear in roughly 1 out of every 20–30 standard Pet Eggs. The rate improves slightly during events where Mole pets are boosted or available in themed eggs like the Paradise Egg or Summer Egg.
Your best shot? Stack multiple eggs and use garden buffs to speed up hatch cycles, then hope RNG (random number generator) is on your side.
The Red Fox is considered a rare pet, but not quite legendary. It typically hatches from Rare Eggs and has a lower spawn rate than basic pets, making it feel special, especially for early- and mid-game players. However, it’s not locked behind events or special egg types, so it’s more accessible than Blood or Divine pets.
Its passive abilities are solid but not meta-defining, which lands it comfortably in the B-Tier: useful, collectible, and great for trading, just not essential for endgame builds.
The Axolotl is a versatile pet that boosts growth for water-related or aquatic plants in your garden. Its passive ability helps speed up fruit regrowth, making it a strong choice for Zen-focused builds or gardens that feature lots of water-themed fruits. While it might not have flashy mutations like some Blood or Divine pets, the Axolotl’s steady boost makes it a reliable companion for players aiming for efficient passive farming.
Among the divine pets in Grow a Garden, the Moon Cat is widely regarded as the best. It offers powerful passive bonuses that increase in effectiveness during nighttime and Moon-related events, scaling with the size of your garden. The Golden Lab is another strong divine pet, especially prized for its consistent coin-farming ability over time.
Overall, divine pets are prized for their unique passives and aesthetic appeal, but Moon Cat often takes the crown for combining utility and rarity. If you’re chasing divine pets, prioritize those that fit your garden’s theme and event needs.
If you want to stay ahead in Grow a Garden, keeping an eye on limited-time and event-exclusive pets is key. These pets often come with unique abilities, rare mutations, and high sell value, giving your garden a major boost or helping you stand out in trades.
Here are some of the most valuable pets to watch for:
Blood Pets (Blood Owl, Blood Hedgehog, Blood Fox, etc.): These pets only appear during the Blood Moon event and are some of the strongest in the game. Their powerful abilities make them ideal for farming and harvesting during nighttime or Blood-aligned events.
Prehistoric Event Exclusives: Pets like the Prehistoric Dragonfly or Ancient Tortoise offer unique passives and mutations. They’re hard to get outside of the event and highly prized by both collectors and competitive players.
Summer Harvest Pets: These seasonal pets work best with tropical fruits and summer-themed gardens. They may not stay relevant all year, but during the event window, they can give you a solid edge.
Limited Time Shop Pets: Occasionally, rare or returning pets are added to the Limited Time Shop. These are often available for a short window and may include exclusive mutations or rare cosmetic variants, definitely worth grabbing if you see one.
Scoring the best pets in Grow a Garden isn’t just about luck; it’s about knowing where to focus your time and resources. Here are some tried-and-true tips for earning, evolving, and mutating your way to the top:
Prioritize High-Tier Eggs: Legendary, Blood, Paradise, and Event Eggs have the best odds of hatching rare pets. Save up coins or event currency to buy these over standard eggs whenever possible.
Time Your Hatches Around Events: During events like Blood Moon, Summer Harvest, or Zen, certain pets have boosted drop rates or exclusive mutations. Hatching during these windows increases your chances of getting something powerful or limited-edition.
Use Mutated Fruits Strategically: Certain pets evolve or mutate when fed specific fruits, especially Moonlit, Rainbow, or Blood-aligned fruits. Watch for clues in pet descriptions or event guides to pair the right fruits with the right pets.
Trade Aged Pets: If you’ve already leveled up a pet and it’s not part of your main build, consider trading it. Aged pets with mutations or event tags can go for high value, especially if they’re no longer available.
Level Up Your Garden: The stronger your garden setup (fruit synergy, layout, passive bonuses), the better your odds of triggering mutations and unlocking rare pet behaviors. Don’t sleep on your garden's infrastructure; pets thrive when the garden does.
Stack Hatches for RNG Efficiency: Hatch multiple eggs at once to increase your chances of landing something good. You’re still at the mercy of RNG, but volume can help tilt the odds in your favor.
With so many pets to choose from in Grow a Garden, it’s easy to get attached to the first cool creature you hatch, but if you’re chasing efficiency, value, or event domination, some pets clearly pull more weight than others. Whether you're grinding during Blood Moon, building a Zen garden, or just flexing your pet collection, picking the right companions makes all the difference.
At the end of the day, your perfect pet comes down to your playstyle. Do you want a consistent coin earner? A high-risk, high-reward event buff? Or just the cutest fox you can find? Hopefully, this tier list helps you decide who deserves the top spot in your garden.
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Focus on hatching eggs from higher-tier categories like Legendary Eggs, Paradise Eggs, and event-specific eggs (like Blood or Summer Eggs). These have better odds of yielding rare pets with powerful passives and higher sell value.
Pet mutations occur when a pet evolves into a rarer or more powerful form, often by feeding it specific fruits or meeting event conditions. Look out for fruits like Rainbow, Moonlit, or Blood-aligned types; they’re key to unlocking unique traits and abilities.
Yes! Mega Pets typically come with boosted stats, better abilities, and sometimes even visual upgrades. They’re harder to obtain but can give your garden a major edge in both farming and event participation.
Blood Eggs and Legendary Eggs generally offer the best chances for top-tier pets, especially during events like the Blood Moon or Zen update. Paradise Eggs and Limited Time Shop eggs can also yield powerful exclusives.
Yes! Trading aged or mutated pets is a great way to build your collection or earn high-value returns. Pets that are no longer hatchable, like event exclusives, tend to do especially well on the trading market.
Blood Pets are often event-locked and perform best during the Blood Moon, offering aggressive boosts and dark-themed passives. Divine Pets (like Moon Cat and Golden Lab) are rarer and typically offer more consistent, long-term bonuses like passive coin gain or night-based multipliers.