What to know

  • Update 1.29.1 is out for Grow a Garden.
  • Severed Spine seed stock increased from 25,000 to 50,000 for better accessibility.​
  • Changes are active on new and private servers (v2037+).​
  • No major new gameplay features announced in this patch.​

Grow a Garden update 1.29.1 delivers a focused set of improvements aimed at enhancing gameplay for active players. The main change in this release is the increased Severed Spine seed stock, which affects strategy and garden planning on new and private servers. Small optimizations like these are central to keeping the experience fresh and balanced for everyone. Here's everything you need to know about the latest 1.29.1 update.

Increased Severed Spine seed stock

The biggest adjustment in 1.29.1 is a doubled stock for the Severed Spine seed, now at 50,000 units instead of the previous 25,000. This modification ensures more players can acquire these seeds, helping reduce scarcity and increasing opportunities for garden expansion and mutation experimentation.​

No major content additions or new gameplay features were released in this patch. The update centers on fine-tuning core game systems, specifically targeting stock management and server performance. Maintaining a dynamic garden environment with balanced accessibility remains a priority.​

Recent changes prior to 1.29.1

Recent updates for Grow a Garden have included new plants, pets, and the Seed Stages evolution mechanic, along with quality-of-life improvements such as shop restock animations and user interface tweaks. While 1.29.1 does not introduce new content, it builds on a foundation of frequent improvements that keep the game evolving.​

Gardeners playing on new or private servers should find it easier to obtain Severed Spine seeds and adjust their garden strategy accordingly. The change helps alleviate competition for limited resources and supports diverse gameplay styles, particularly those seeking high mutation tier crops.​

Update 1.29.1 Full Log

These changes are live in new & private servers (v2037+):

  • Increased the Severed Spine seed stock from 25,000 to 50,000.
  • Spooky Crate now shows up every time in the Halloween shop.
  • Reduced the mutation difficulty of the Reaper event.
  • Added a timer that counts down to the next time the Reaper event is going to spawn.
  • Fixed Mummy pet passive description to include that it needs a 'Sarcophagus' cosmetic in order to work.
  • The Glass Kiwi plant, Glass Cat, Glass Dog, and Woody pets should now be visible in the garden guide index.
  • The Orange Tulip seed now has a chance to spawn in the Daily Deals tab

Staying up to date

Grow a Garden maintains an active update schedule with frequent small patches and seasonal content drops. Staying informed about patch details ensures players can optimize their gardens and access special items as soon as they're available.​

The stock increase is an important adjustment for those optimizing large gardens or pursuing rare mutations. Players should watch for further announcements as future patches may deliver new features or broader game changes.