🧬 Complete Guide to Pet Mutations in Grow a Garden (Roblox)
In Grow a Garden, one of the most exciting and strategic features is the Pet Mutation system. These mutations not only change your pet’s appearance but also dramatically affect how your garden performs — from passive XP gains to triggering plant transformations like Tranquil, Frozen, Windy, and more.
This guide will walk you through every Pet Mutation, its type, effect, rarity chance, and how you can use them to build the most powerful garden in Roblox.
🌱 Grow a Garden – Full Pet List with Rarity, Abilities & How to Obtain
| Pet Name | Rarity | Ability Description | How to Obtain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starfish | Common | Boosts ocean fruit gain slightly | Basic Egg / Starter Area |
| Crab | Common | Enhances beach-side fruit harvesting | Basic Egg |
| Seagull | Common | Aids in collecting fruits near water | Basic Egg |
| Bunny | Common | Slight XP gain bonus and fast movement | Basic Egg |
| Dog | Common | Balanced stats; loyal companion | Basic Egg |
| Golden Lab | Common | Faster XP gain, improved loyalty | Common Egg |
| Bee | Uncommon | Improves pollination and fruit speed | Uncommon Egg |
| Shiba Inu | Uncommon | Slight XP gain, friendly appearance | Uncommon Egg |
| Flamingo | Rare | Buffs wetland and exotic fruit growth | Rare Egg |
| Toucan | Rare | Helps with tropical fruit mutation | Rare Egg |
| Sea Turtle | Rare | Defends fruits near water; resistant to weather | Rare Egg |
| Orangutan | Rare | Strong fruit tree shaker | Rare Egg / Jungle Area |
| Seal | Rare | Ice synergy; enhances frozen fruit events | Rare Egg |
| Honey Bee | Rare | Increases honey production and floral XP | Rare Egg |
| Wasp | Rare | Aggressive; fends off certain pests | Rare Egg |
| Nihonzaru | Rare | Helps with mutations from trees | Rare Egg / Zen Jungle |
| Tarantula Hawk | Legendary | Insect power; helps control wild garden insects | Legendary Egg |
| Caterpillar | Legendary | Evolves over time into stronger form | Legendary Egg / Cocoon Event |
| Snail | Legendary | Slow-moving; improves long-term crop cycle | Legendary Egg |
| Petal Bee | Legendary | Boosts flower mutation rate | Legendary Egg |
| Moth | Legendary | Nocturnal boosts to night-bloom plants | Legendary Egg |
| Scarlet Macaw | Legendary | Improves exotic XP yield | Legendary Egg / Jungle Egg |
| Ostrich | Legendary | Fast runner; helps in auto-gather | Legendary Egg |
| Peacock | Legendary | Increases passive beauty-based bonuses | Legendary Egg |
| Capybara | Legendary | Tranquil buff synergy; ideal for Zen builds | Legendary Egg / Zen Egg |
| Tanuki | Legendary | Trickster; adds randomness and loot chance | Legendary Egg / Zen Egg |
| Tanchozuru | Legendary | Peace-based passive; Zen synergy | Legendary Egg / Zen |
| Brown Mouse | Mythical | High-speed fruit pickup | Mythical Egg / Event |
| Giant Ant | Mythical | Strong fruit gatherer | Mythical Egg |
| Grey Mouse | Mythical | Quick harvesting in large crops | Mythical Egg |
| Praying Mantis | Mythical | Increases insect-type fruit mutation | Mythical Egg |
| Red Giant Ant | Mythical | Powerful ant synergy with soil fruits | Mythical Egg |
| Squirrel | Mythical | Boosts nut-type fruit gain | Mythical Egg |
| Bear Bee | Mythical | Combines strength + pollen gathering | Mythical Egg |
| Butterfly | Mythical | Pollinates rare flowers faster | Mythical Egg |
| Pack Bee | Mythical | Group boost for XP and collection radius | Mythical Egg |
| Mimic Octopus | Divine | Adapts to nearby mutations, very flexible | Divine Egg / Zen Lab |
| Red Fox | Divine | Smart loot tracking and fruit targeting | Divine Egg / Zen Egg |
| Dragonfly | Divine | Works well with water-based fruits | Divine Egg |
| Disco Bee | Divine | Enhances visual & XP-based boosts | Divine Egg / Party Event |
| Queen Bee | Prismatic | Wide-area pollination queen; top-tier bee synergy | Prismatic Egg / Legendary Fusion |
| Kitsune | Mythical | Chakra-linked; boosts Tranquil, Zen, and mutation rate | Zen Egg / Mythical Pool |
| Kappa | Mythical | Water spirit; boosts aquatic plant XP & fruit | Zen Egg / Mythical Pool |
🐾 What Are Pet Mutations in Grow a Garden?
Pet Mutations are special enhancements that give pets new abilities or appearances. They fall into different types:
- Passive Boosts (XP gain, cooldown reduction)
- Transformation Triggers (affecting fruits/plants)
- Size Modifiers (e.g., Mega and Tiny)
- Recovery or Defense (e.g., IronSkin)
- Growth Enhancers (like Radiant)
📜 Full Pet Mutation List with Type, Amount, and Chance
| Name | Type | Amount | Chance | Passive Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiny | Pet XP Boost | +30% | 31.15% | +15% XP per second gain |
| Inverted | Pet XP Boost | +50% | 15.58% | +30% XP per second gain |
| Frozen | Applies Mutations | None | 9.35% | Chance to freeze nearby fruit |
| Windy | Applies Mutations | None | 9.35% | Applies Windstruck mutation to fruits |
| Golden | Passive Boost | +10% | 6.23% | Stronger passive + reduced cooldown |
| Mega | Size Modification | +200% | 6.23% | Pet is huge, faster hunger, faster XP |
| Tiny | Size Modification | -90% | 6.23% | Pet is tiny, slower hunger, slower XP |
| Tranquil | Applies Mutation | None | 3.12% | Applies Tranquil mutation every ~25 minutes |
| IronSkin | Stealing Preventer | None | 3.12% | 35–45% chance to recover stolen fruit |
| Radiant | Plant Growth Boost | None | 3.12% | Boosts plant growth by 24 hours |
| Rainbow | Passive Boost | +20% | 3.12% | Stronger passive + cooldown reduction |
| Shocked | Applies Mutations | None | 3.12% | During thunderstorms, shocks fruits |
| Ascended | Applies Mutations | None | 0.31% | Applies Dawnbound mutation every ~300 mins |
🌿 Spotlight: The Tranquil Mutation
What Is Tranquil in Grow a Garden?
Tranquil is a rare passive mutation that affects fruits and plants with a calming aura. It’s great for automation and peaceful setups.
How to Get Tranquil Mutation?
- Equip a Tranquil Pet
- Collect and use Tranquil Pet Shards
- Wait for the mutation to trigger (~25 mins)
- Use the Tranquil Radar to find mutated plants
🔄 How to Unlock Pet Mutations
- Pet Shards – Used to craft or unlock mutations
- Fusion – Combine pets to create mutations
- Random – Based on mutation chance
- Events – Limited-time rewards include mutations
❓ FAQ: Pet Mutation Questions
What is the rarest pet mutation?
Ascended is the rarest, with only a 0.31% chance.
Do mutations stack?
XP boosts can stack; most mutation effects don't.
Can you change a mutation?
No, you’ll need to fuse or hatch new pets for different mutations.
Best mutation for XP farming?
Inverted, Rainbow, and Shiny are top choices.
✅ Conclusion: Master Pet Mutations to Maximize Growth
To build a top-tier garden in Grow a Garden:
- Use XP-focused mutations like Inverted or Rainbow
- Automate growth with Tranquil
- Combine passive boosts for stacking efficiency
Whether you're farming or collecting, mutations give you the edge!