If you’ve been wandering through your neighbors’ gardens in Grow a Garden and noticed plants that NEVER show up in Sam’s Shop, you’re looking at secret seeds. These exclusive crops can make your garden stand out from the crowd, and the best part? Every player can earn them through grinding—no pay-to-win required.
While common seeds like Blueberries, Coconuts, and Watermelons are easy to grab from Sam’s Shop (assuming you catch a restock), secret seeds require a bit more effort and strategy to obtain. But trust me, they’re worth the hunt. Let me break down everything you need to know about collecting these elusive plants.
What Are Secret Seeds in Grow a Garden?
Secret Seeds are special crop seeds that don’t appear in Sam’s standard Seed Shop inventory. They fall into two main categories:
Permanent Secret Seeds: These are evergreen additions that remain obtainable throughout the game’s lifecycle. Currently, there are four permanent secret seeds available.
Temporary Secret Seeds: These are tied to limited-time events or glitches and may not be available anymore. Examples include Cherry Blossom, Durian, Cranberry, Lotus, Eggplant, and Venus Flytrap.
The real kicker? Some secret seeds were actually glitches that became legendary. The Lemon plant, for instance, was accidentally distributed instead of Apple Seeds from Sam’s Shop. Players who got it during that window are now sitting on a rare collector’s item, since Lemon is no longer obtainable in Grow a Garden.
All Permanent Secret Seeds (Complete Stats)
Here’s the full breakdown of every permanent secret seed currently available, including their rarity, value, harvest type, and unique mutations:
| Secret Seed | Rarity | Base Price Per Unit | Harvest Type | Special Mutations | Total Harvest Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pineapple | Mythical | 2,000 Sheckles | Multi-Harvest | All regular mutations apply | 2,000 Sheckles |
| Raspberry | Rare | 100 Sheckles | Multi-Harvest (9 fruits) | Shocked and Wet | 900 Sheckles |
| Pear | Rare | 20,000 Sheckles | Multi-Harvest (2 fruits) | Shocked and Wet | 40,000 Sheckles |
| Peach | Mythical | 300 Sheckles | Multi-Harvest (6 fruits) | Rainbow and Golden | 1,800 Sheckles |
Why Secret Seeds Matter
At first glance, these base values might not seem impressive compared to SS-tier crops like Zebrazinkle or Crimson Thorn. But here’s the thing—secret seeds have three major advantages:
- Exclusivity: They make your garden unique and show you’ve put in the work
- Multi-Harvest: All four permanent secret seeds regrow after each cycle
- Mutation Potential: The mutated fruits and veggies they produce can sell for exponentially more
A regular Raspberry harvest gives you 900 Sheckles. But apply Shocked and Wet mutations? You’re looking at potentially tens of thousands per harvest. The same principle applies to all secret seeds—their true value comes from mutation stacking.
How to Get Secret Seeds in Grow a Garden
Secret seeds can set your garden apart from the thousands of others out there. Since they keep reproducing and aren’t one-time plants, they’re perfect for long-term profit strategies. Here are all the methods to obtain them:
Method 1: Open Seed Packs (Primary Method)
Seed Packs are the main gateway to secret seeds. They work like a random spin—when you open one, the marker lands on a random seed that can include both ordinary and secret types.
How Seed Packs work:
- Each pack contains 5 seeds
- Seeds are randomly selected from a pool
- Secret seeds have lower drop rates than common seeds
- You’ll likely need to open multiple packs to get the rare ones
Important reality check: Don’t expect to get a secret seed from your first pack. The RNG can be brutal, so patience is key. Some players report opening 10+ packs before landing their first Pineapple or Peach seed.
Method 2: Complete Daily Quests (100% Free)
This is the best free-to-play method for collecting seed packs consistently. Here’s how it works:
Daily Quest System:
- Three random missions appear each day at the Daily Quest booth
- Talk to Raphael (the quest giver) to accept missions
- Complete tasks like planting specific crops or harvesting certain plants
- Claim your free Seed Pack rewards
Two types of packs from Daily Quests:
- Normal Seed Pack: Available every 2 days
- Gardener Seed Pack: Unlocks after completing 7 daily quests
Pro tip: Never skip daily quests, even if the tasks seem tedious. The Seed Packs are your most reliable source of secret seeds without spending Robux. Set a daily reminder to check in and complete at least one quest.
Method 3: Participate in Special Events
Limited-time events are secret seed goldmines, often offering both Basic and Premium Seed Packs as rewards.
Recent event examples:
- Jim the Angry Plant Event: Players could donate grown crops in exchange for Basic and Premium Seed Packs
- Blood Moon: Special event currency could be traded for exclusive seed packs
- Bee Swarm: Completing event missions rewarded players with multiple pack types
Important note: These events only run for a short time—usually 1-2 weeks. When an event launches, prioritize grinding event currency early so you can buy as many Seed Packs as possible before the shop disappears.
Method 4: Plant Super Seeds
Super Seeds are a special premium item that can potentially grant you secret seeds. When planted, they grow into a random secret crop—but like Seed Packs, there’s no guarantee.
How to get Super Seeds:
- Free method: Occasionally rewarded for completing daily quest streaks
- Premium method: Purchase through the Forever Pack in the Game Shop (costs Robux)
The Forever Pack caveat: This pack doesn’t appear in the shop all the time. If you see it available and want to fast-track your secret seed collection, grab it immediately. It could disappear for weeks or months.
Method 5: Use Seed Pets (Indirect Method)
While seed pets like the Golden Lab, Dog, and Red Fox primarily dig up standard seeds, they occasionally unearth rare finds from the Exotic Seed Pack category. Though secret seeds aren’t their primary drops, running 3+ seed pets 24/7 increases your overall seed acquisition, which means more trading fodder if you’re working with other players.
Secret Seeds vs. Regular Seeds: What’s the Difference?
You might be wondering: “If secret seeds don’t have the highest base values, why bother?”
Reasons to prioritize secret seeds:
- Bragging Rights: Walking through gardens and spotting Raspberry bushes or Pineapple plants instantly identifies experienced players
- Collection Completion: If you’re a completionist, you need these for a full crop roster
- Mutation Farming: Secret seeds with unique mutation types (like Peach’s Rainbow mutation) open up strategies that aren’t possible with regular crops
- Trading Value: Other players will often trade high-value items for rare secret seeds they’re missing
When regular seeds are better:
- If you’re purely chasing Sheckles, focus on the SS-tier and S-tier crops from our complete tier list
- For immediate profit, plants like Cocomango (720k per harvest) or Brussels Sprout (360k) from Sam’s Tier 2 will outperform secret seeds
Think of secret seeds as the “endgame collectibles” rather than early-game profit generators.
Temporary Secret Seeds (Limited Availability)
While the four permanent secret seeds can be obtained anytime, several temporary secret seeds have appeared throughout Grow a Garden’s history. Here’s what you should know about them:
Notable Temporary Secret Seeds:
- Cherry Blossom: Former glitch crop with Divine rarity (500 base, 7 fruits)
- Lemon: Accidental distribution from Sam’s Shop, no longer obtainable
- Durian: Limited to specific event periods (7,500 base, 3 fruits)
- Cranberry: Angry Plant Event exclusive (3,500 base, 4 fruits)
- Lotus: Angry Plant Event exclusive (35k base, 1 fruit)
- Eggplant: Angry Plant Event exclusive (12k base, 3 fruits)
- Venus Flytrap: Limited event availability (85k base, high mutation potential)
Can you still get temporary secret seeds?
Unfortunately, most temporary secret seeds are permanently unavailable once their event ends or the glitch is patched. If you have any of these in your inventory, HOLD ONTO THEM. They’re collector’s items now.
The only exception is if the developers decide to bring back old event shops during anniversary celebrations or special occasions. This has happened before, so keep an eye on official announcements.
Best Strategies for Farming Secret Seeds
Getting all four permanent secret seeds can take time, but these strategies will maximize your efficiency:
Strategy 1: Daily Quest Streak Method
The approach:
- Log in every single day to complete at least one daily quest
- Stack up Normal Seed Packs (every 2 days)
- Push for 7-day streaks to unlock Gardener Seed Packs
- Save up 10-15 packs before opening them in a batch
Why it works: Opening packs in batches feels less frustrating when RNG doesn’t go your way. Plus, you’ll appreciate the good drops more when they finally hit.
Strategy 2: Event Blitz Method
The approach:
- When a special event launches, clear your schedule for the first few days
- Grind event currency aggressively early
- Buy as many Seed Packs as possible from the event shop
- Don’t wait until the last day—shops can close unexpectedly
Why it works: Event-specific Seed Packs often have better drop rates for rare items. The Jim the Angry Plant event, for example, gave Premium Seed Packs which had higher secret seed chances than Normal packs.
Strategy 3: Super Seed Investment Method
The approach:
- If you’re willing to spend Robux, wait for the Forever Pack to appear
- Buy multiple Super Seeds at once
- Plant them all in a dedicated “secret seed farm” section
- Cross your fingers and hope for the best
Why it works: Super Seeds have a higher chance of granting secret seeds compared to regular Seed Packs. If you’re going to spend real money, this is the most efficient method.
Strategy 4: Trading Method
The approach:
- Join active Grow a Garden communities on Discord or Roblox groups
- Trade duplicate regular seeds or high-value crops for secret seeds
- Look for players who got lucky with multiple Pineapples or Peaches
Why it works: Some players get absurdly lucky and pull multiple copies of the same secret seed. They’re often willing to trade extras for crops they don’t have yet.
Maximizing Secret Seed Profits Through Mutations
Once you’ve finally obtained your secret seeds, the real game begins: mutation farming. Here’s how to make your secret seeds actually profitable:
Pineapple Mutation Strategy
- Base value: 2,000 Sheckles
- Mutations: All regular mutations apply (Shocked, Wet, Golden, Rainbow, Celestial, etc.)
- Strategy: Plant 10-20 Pineapples and apply weather effects for mutations
- Potential: A Celestial Pineapple can sell for 10x+ the base value
Raspberry Mutation Strategy
- Base value: 100 Sheckles per fruit (9 fruits = 900 total)
- Mutations: Shocked and Wet only
- Strategy: Combine Shocked + Wet mutations for maximum multiplier
- Potential: With both mutations, each fruit can reach 2,000+ Sheckles
Pear Mutation Strategy
- Base value: 20,000 Sheckles per fruit (2 fruits = 40k total)
- Mutations: Shocked and Wet only
- Strategy: Already profitable at base value, but mutations can push it to 100k+ per harvest
- Potential: One of the better secret seeds for pure profit
Peach Mutation Strategy
- Base value: 300 Sheckles per fruit (6 fruits = 1,800 total)
- Mutations: Rainbow and Golden (exclusive to Peach!)
- Strategy: Stack both Rainbow and Golden for rare, high-value harvests
- Potential: Golden + Rainbow Peaches are status symbols among collectors
Pro tip: For detailed mutation farming techniques and which tools/pets to use, check out our complete crops guide which covers the full mutation system.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Mistake 1: Opening Seed Packs one at a time as you get them Save up 10-15 packs and open them in batches. This makes the RNG feel less punishing and helps you track your actual drop rates.
Mistake 2: Ignoring Daily Quests Even if the rewards seem small, those Seed Packs are your most reliable free source of secret seeds. A 5-minute daily quest can save you hundreds of Robux.
Mistake 3: Planting secret seeds immediately Before planting your first Pineapple or Peach, make sure you have a proper garden layout with space for mutation farming. You want room to plant multiples once you get more seeds.
Mistake 4: Selling secret seed fruits too early Hold onto your harvests until you can apply mutations. A base Raspberry harvest is worth 900 Sheckles. A mutated one? Could be 10,000+.
Mistake 5: Missing event announcements Follow the official Grow a Garden social channels. When events are announced, set reminders so you don’t miss limited-time Seed Pack opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are secret seeds better than regular legendary or mythical seeds?
Not necessarily in terms of pure Sheckle value. Secret seeds like Pineapple (2k) and Peach (1.8k total) are outperformed by many regular legendary crops. However, secret seeds offer exclusivity, unique mutations, and collection completion value. If you’re purely chasing profits, focus on SS-tier crops like Zebrazinkle or Crimson Thorn. If you want a unique garden with rare plants, secret seeds are essential.
Can you buy secret seeds with Robux directly?
No, there’s no direct purchase option for specific secret seeds. However, you can buy the Forever Pack (when available) which contains Super Seeds that have a chance to grant secret seeds when planted. You can also purchase Premium Seed Packs during certain events, which have higher drop rates for rare seeds including secret varieties.
What’s the drop rate for secret seeds from Normal Seed Packs?
The exact drop rates aren’t officially published, but based on community data collection, secret seeds appear to have roughly a 5-10% drop rate from Normal Seed Packs and 15-20% from Premium Seed Packs. This means you should expect to open 10-20 Normal packs before getting a secret seed. RNG can vary wildly—some players get lucky on their first pack, while others open 30+ without success.
Will temporary secret seeds ever come back?
Some temporary secret seeds may return during special anniversary events or legacy updates, but there’s no guarantee. The developers have occasionally brought back old event shops for limited windows. Your best bet is to participate in every event when it launches and grab exclusive seeds immediately, rather than waiting for a potential return that might never happen.
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Secret seeds might not be the most profitable crops in Grow a Garden, but they’re some of the most satisfying to collect. There’s something special about walking through your garden and seeing those rare Pineapple plants or Rainbow Peaches that nobody else has. Keep grinding those daily quests, participate in every event, and eventually you’ll complete your secret seed collection. Good luck, and may RNG be in your favor!
