The Zen update in Grow a Garden introduces several new pets, and Tanuki is one of the standout additions. This legendary creature is more than just adorable — it’s packed with powerful perks that can make a big difference to your garden’s progress.
Let’s take a look at what Tanuki actually does and how you can add one to your team.
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What Does Tanuki Do in Grow a Garden?
Tanuki is a support-style pet that grants random garden bonuses every 10 minutes. While the effects might seem small at first, they scale with your progress and can seriously speed up your growth if you’ve already built a decent-sized garden.
Here’s what Tanuki can do:
- Inventory Expansion
Tanuki occasionally extracts gears or shuckles, helping you expand your inventory without much effort.
- Rare Mutations
Tanuki can apply rare mutations to your plants, including:
• Tranquil
• Choco
• Moonlet
• Bloodlet
• Pollinated
These mutations are usually hard to come by, so Tanuki adds real value for mutation-focused players.
- XP Boost
One of Tanuki’s random effects is a temporary XP bonus, which helps you level up faster while the pet is active.
- Reduced Wait Times
Tanuki also lowers the waiting time on certain in-game actions, helping you move through tasks more quickly.
Important Note:
All of these perks are randomized, but they’re always helpful. You never know what Tanuki will do next, which adds a fun surprise element every time you play.
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How to Get Tanuki in Grow a Garden
You’ll need to hatch a Zen Egg to get a Tanuki.
Key Details:
• Hatch Method: Zen Egg
• Drop Rate: 20% chance for Tanuki
• How to Buy: Available during Zen events
• Purchase Options: Use Chi or Robux
Because of the limited drop rate and event-only availability, Tanuki is considered a rare pet, but it’s definitely worth the grind.
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Should You Try for Tanuki?
If you’re a casual player, Tanuki offers a fun passive bonus that adds a little surprise to your play sessions. But if you’re a serious gardener chasing XP and rare plant mutations, Tanuki is a must-have.
Even if you don’t hatch Tanuki right away, other Zen Egg pets or items can still help your garden grow.
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Final Thoughts
Tanuki is one of the most rewarding pets in Grow a Garden thanks to its random but powerful perks. Whether it’s boosting your XP, unlocking rare plant forms, or just being a cute garden companion, it’s well worth chasing down during Zen events.
Keep an eye out for the next Zen event, save up your Chi, and hatch those eggs. You never know when the next Tanuki might surprise you.