In Grow A Garden, crop mutations are fascinating visual transformations that not only change the appearance of your crops but also increase their value. While they are a fun and rewarding aspect of the game, they can also be a bit tricky to fully understand. In this guide, we'll break down how mutations work, the different types, and how you can increase your chances of getting them.

What Are Crop Mutations?

Crop mutations are unique changes to your crops that alter their appearance and increase their price multiplier. These mutations can be triggered by various factors, including pets, in-game weather, special seeds, and certain gear items. While some mutations are common, others are rare and more challenging to obtain. The rarer mutations tend to offer higher Sheckle Sheckles multipliers, meaning they will yield more in-game currency when harvested.

Most players will encounter mutations naturally as they play, but there are specific methods to increase the likelihood of obtaining certain mutations. Some mutations can also be applied deliberately using special tools or items.

Types of Crop Mutations

Mutations in Grow A Garden fall into several categories, including standard mutations, limited-time mutations, and admin or event-specific mutations. Let’s look at the different types in detail:

Standard Mutations

These mutations are the most common and can be obtained through natural game conditions such as weather changes or by using special gear. Some examples include:

  • Gold (Gold Strawberry): A rare mutation that gives a 20x Sheckle multiplier. It has a 1% chance to appear and can be increased by pets like the Pig or Praying Mantis, or by using the Super Seed.

  • Rainbow (Tomato Rainbow): A beautiful mutation that cycles through rainbow colors and offers a 50x Sheckle multiplier. This one is rare, with only a 0.1% chance to appear naturally, though you can increase the chances with pets and Sprinklers.

Environmental Mutations

These mutations are affected by in-game weather conditions and can also be applied using certain pets or tools. Some notable examples include:

  • Wet (Strawberry Wet): This mutation appears during rainstorms or when using a Sprinkler. It offers a 2x multiplier and gives crops a drenched look, with water particles dripping off them.

  • Pollinated (Pollinated Banana): Occurs during bee-related events like Bee Swarm. This mutation grants a 3x multiplier and makes the crop emit yellow gas-like particles.

Rare and Event Mutations

As players progress, they may encounter rarer mutations that appear only under specific conditions. These mutations can offer significantly higher rewards. Examples include:

  • Bloodlit (Bloody): This mutation occurs during a Blood Moon or Full Moon. It offers a 4x multiplier and gives crops a dark red appearance.

  • Celestial (Strawberry Celestial): Appears during meteor showers or crystal beams and provides a massive 120x Sheckle multiplier.

How Do You Trigger and Apply Mutations?

1. Pets

Many pets in Grow A Garden can trigger or apply mutations to your crops. For instance, the Pig, Praying Mantis, and Bacon Pig pets can increase the chances of a Gold mutation. The Bee and Honey Bee pets are helpful for pollination-related mutations.

2. Weather

Weather conditions like rain, thunderstorms, or wind can trigger mutations in crops. For example, the Chilled mutation appears during a frost, while the Windstruck mutation occurs during windy conditions.

3. Mutation Sprays

Some mutations can be applied using special items like the Mutation Spray. For example, the Pollinated mutation can be applied using the Pollinated Mutation Spray during a bee event.

4. Special Seeds and Gear

Certain mutations can be applied using special seeds, like the Super Seed, or specific gears, such as the Golden Bee pet or the Gold Fertilizer. These items increase the chances of triggering specific mutations, like the Gold or Rainbow mutations.

Price Calculation and Mutation Multiplier

Each mutation not only affects the appearance of your crops but also their value. The Sheckle Sheckles multiplier increases depending on the rarity of the mutation. Rare mutations like Celestial (x120) or Cosmic (x240) will yield significantly more than common ones like Wet (x2) or Windstruck (x2).

Rules for Calculating Mutation Multipliers

In general, mutation multipliers are calculated based on the rarity of the mutation and the specific triggers that apply to it. For example:

  • Gold mutation: +20x multiplier, triggered by pets like the Golden Bee or using the Super Seed.

  • Rainbow mutation: +50x multiplier, triggered by the Butterfly pet under specific conditions.

  • Celestial mutation: +120x multiplier, triggered by meteor showers or crystal beams.

The multipliers can be further boosted by using certain fertilizers, pets, or weather conditions.

Using Mutation Appliers

There are several mutation appliers in the game, including the Mutation Spray, which allows you to apply specific mutations to your crops. Other mutation appliers include:

  • Pet Mutation Applier: This applies mutations based on the pets in your garden.

  • Gear Mutation Helper: This tool helps apply mutations using specific gear items.

  • Cosmetic Mutation Helper: This tool is used to apply cosmetic mutations that change the appearance of crops without affecting their price multiplier.

  • Crop Mutation Helper: This is used to apply mutations to crops that naturally occur in the game.

Fused and Aging Mutations

Some mutations can be combined (fused) to create even rarer mutations with higher multipliers. For example, combining Clay with Sundried or Fried can result in a Ceramic mutation, which has a 32x multiplier.

Additionally, certain mutations evolve over time (aging mutations). For example, Friendbound mutations appear when the crop is fully grown, and it can only happen if you have at least four friends in the server.

Can You Buy Grow A Garden Coins?

While mutations are mostly a natural part of the game, some players may choose to buy Grow A Garden coins to speed up their progress. Purchasing coins can help you buy essential items like pets, mutation sprays, and gear that can trigger or apply mutations more effectively.

Crop mutations in Grow A Garden add an exciting layer of strategy to the game. Whether you’re trying to get a rare Rainbow mutation or aiming for the ultimate Cosmic mutation, understanding how they work can give you a big advantage in increasing your Sheckle Sheckles. Be sure to use pets, weather conditions, and gear to maximize your chances of obtaining the most lucrative mutations.