Grow a Garden: Cosmetic Update Full Guide | How to Complete

From gnome crates to beautiful fountains, here's everything you need to know (and avoid) in the Cosmetic update.

Christian Gallos
10 Min Read

The Cosmetic Update is officially live in Grow a Garden, and no, it’s not just about making your farm cute (though you absolutely can). This update brought a whole new dimension to the game, turning what used to be a chill farming sim into a full-blown base-building sandbox. I’ve been testing, tinkering, and honestly, obsessing over it, and now it’s time to break it all down for you. In this guide, I’ll walk you through every new feature, item, crate, and change that came with the Cosmetic Update. Whether you’re here to flex with a Red Tractor or just want to find the best items for your dream cabin, I got you.

Cosmetic Update Full Guide | How to Complete

At first glance, the Cosmetic update might seem like it’s all about looks. But trust me, it’s way deeper than that. Think of it as a stealth building update. You can now construct full homes, decorate down to the last crate, and even plan out entire layouts like you’re in The Sims.

The cosmetic system lets you place items on your farm, logs, signs, crates, wind chimes, even gnomes. It’s not just about decorating; it’s about customizing your garden into a personal space. And with new plot expansions, there’s finally enough room to go wild.

Sam's cosmetic store in Grow a Garden.

Cosmetics Shop Breakdown

The new Cosmetics Shop is run by Sam and opened on May 24. You’ll find it near the center of your plot, and it’s the key to unlocking all the decorative items in the game.

Each day, the shop rotates stock with a 24-hour timer (though during testing it was every 30 seconds, yeah, people were mad). Items range from small decorations to massive build pieces. You’ll find:

  • Hay bales, tree stumps, log benches
  • Large floor tiles and walkways
  • Functional set pieces like wind chimes, wells, and fountains
  • And, of course, endless gnome variations

Shop Structure:

  • Bottom rows: Cheaper and smaller items
  • Top rows: Rare or premium items, some Robux-locked
Cosmetic Shop items in Grow a Garden.

All Cosmetic Items List (+ Tiers & Prices)

NameTierPrice
Frog Fountain189
Wheelbarrow119
Small Wood Table119
Beta Gnome1 (confirmation needed)
Green Female Gnome1 (confirmation needed)
Blue Gnome1 (confirmation needed)
Axe Stump59
Bamboo Wind Chimes119
Bird Bath119
Blue Well189
Brown Stone PillarRare12,000,000 or 119
Brown BenchUncommon1,000,000 or 59
Brick StackCommon350,000 or 29
Bookshelf59
Brown WellLegendary189
Classic Gnome Crate199
Campfire119
Clothesline119
Common Gnome CrateCommon56,000,000 or 149
Compost Bin29
Cooking Pot119
Dark Stone Pillar119
Curved CanopyRare12,000,000 or 119
Farmers Gnome Crate179
Flat CanopyRare12,000,000 or 119
Fun Crate179
Red TractorLegendary560,000,000 or 189
Green TractorLegendary189
Grey Stone Pillar119
Hay BaleUncommon750,000 or 59
Lamp Post119
Large Path Tile29
Large Stone PadUncommon2,000,000 or 59
Large Wood ArbourLegendary189
Large Wood Flooring59
Large Wood TableRare12,000,000 or 119
Log29
Log Bench59
Sign CrateRare55,000,000 or 149
Bloodmoon CrateMythical120,000,000 or 179
Red WellLegendary60,000,000 or 189
Medium Circle TileCommon250,000 or 29
TorchCommon800,000 or 29
Small Circle TileCommon150,000 or 29
Wood FenceUncommon750,000 or 59
Small Path TileCommon250,000 or 29
Small Wood FlooringUncommon850,000 or 59
Mini TVUncommon1,000,000 or 59
Rock PileCommon1,000,000 or 29
Viney BeamUncommon1,000,000 or 59
Light On GroundUncommon1,000,000 or 59
RakeCommon1,000,000 or 29
Orange UmbrellaCommon1,000,000 or 29
Medium Wood FlooringUncommon1,000,000 or 59
Water TroughUncommon2,000,000 or 59
Shovel GraveUncommon1,000,000 or 59
White Pottery800,000 or 29
White Bench800,000 or 29
Small Stone Pad59
Small Stone Table59
Small Wood Arbour119
Viney Beam59
Viney Ring Walkway189
Square Metal Arbour119
White Bench (duplicate)59
Small Stone Lantern59
Classic Trowel49
Hay Bail29
Long Stone Table59
Medium Stone Table59
Metal Wind Chime119
Mysterious Crate149
Red Pottery29
Ring Walkway189
Wood Pile29
Yellow Umbrella29
Cosmetics placed in Garden in Grow a Garden.

Crates Explained (Gnomes, Signs & More)

Crates are randomized loot boxes with themed items. Here are some of the highlights:

  • Classic Gnome Crate: Literally just gnomes, blue gnome, green gnome, beta gnome. It’s giving collector addiction.
  • Sign Crate: Packed with quirky signs like “Keep Out,” “Beware of Dog,” “Smile, You’re on Camera,” and “Mean Gardener.”
  • Common/Fun/Farmer Crates: Mix of seasonal and humorous decorations.
  • Bloodmoon Crate: Mythical-tier item, pure flex material.

Tip: If you’re collecting, start now. Some of these might go limited.

Gnome Crates cosmetic in Grow a Garden.

What to Buy First (If You’re Serious About Building)

Don’t waste your early currency on tiny items. Go straight for:

  • Large Wood Flooring and Large Path Tiles for smooth layouts
  • Logs, Pillars, and Arbours for walls and height

You have an inventory limit (more on that next), so spend smart and avoid cluttering with small stuff unless you’re decorating.

Inventory Limits (And Warnings)

Yep, there’s a cap. And it’s kinda tight.

  • Total Inventory Items: ~250
  • Placeable Items on Plot: ~60

Currently, you can’t delete items from your inventory unless an admin helps you out (shoutout Brighter). So make your purchases count.

Plot Expansion: Is It Worth It?

Short answer: yes. Long answer: very yes.

Here’s the breakdown:

  • First expansion: 100 million (left/right)
  • Back unlock: 24 hours or 200 Robux
  • Final expansion: 500 million + 1 billion

With full expansion, your plot jumps from 4×4 to nearly 6×6. That’s a huge build space upgrade. Perfect for large builds, mazes, or full base layouts.

Tornado Weather + New Mutation

The update also brought a new weather event: Tornadoes! When this hits, keep an eye on your plants. There’s a brand new mutation called Twisted, and no, it’s not just for aesthetics. It’s a permanent addition, so get ready to experiment. While you’re here, feel free to check out my complete guide on how to unlock every single mutation in Grow a Garden, yep, even the new Twisted mutation. It’s all there, with tips, tricks, and more!

Tornado Weather Cosmetic update in Grow a Garden.

Why People Were Mad (and How Devs Fixed It)

When this update first dropped, the backlash was real. No new seeds, no event in the center area, and restock timers went from 30 seconds (test server) to 24 hours in live.

But here’s the glow-up:

  • Twilight event added
  • Two new seeds: Celesta Berry and Moon Mango
  • Lunar Shop during nighttime events with exclusive items

Moon Mango was OP on release (200k value vs. Candy Blossom’s 100k), but it got nerfed hard to 22k. Devs quickly responded, and buffs are already on the way.

Wrap-Up

Now that the dust has settled (and the tornadoes have passed), the Cosmetic Update is actually one of the best updates we’ve had. Sure, it launched rocky, but the potential is massive. Building systems, expanded plots, randomized crates, and a responsive dev team? That’s a win in my book. And let’s be real: Grow a Garden isn’t just about grinding money or chasing events anymore, it’s about making a space that feels like yours. So start building. Show off your farm. And collect every weird little gnome you can find.

Christian has been deep in the gaming world for over a decade, transitioned from being a League of Legends: Wild Rift Esports player to creating video game content full-time. He's dabbled in all kinds of genres and platforms, building not just skills but a long list of games played along the way. These days, Christian is all about sharing that passion, making content that feels real, relatable, connected and most importantly, helpful to the gaming community!
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