Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to level up your Grow a Garden pets fast, making it easier to hit age 50 (and beyond) for mutations and bonuses:
1. Keep Pets Well-Fed for Continuous XP
Feeding is the foundation of pet leveling. If a pet’s hunger bar reaches zero, it stops roaming and no longer gains XP. To ensure your pets level up continuously, keep them fed at all times.
How to Feed Effectively:
- Use Large Fruits: Prioritize feeding with high-value fruits like Sugar Apple, Burning Bud, and Coconut. These fill the hunger bar faster and require less frequent feeding.
- Check Hunger Regularly: Even if you’re multitasking, glance at the hunger status of your active pets every few minutes. Pets gain XP only while active.
- Quick Feed Shortcut: You can walk up to a pet and click “Feed” or simply press F. Make sure the large fruit is in your inventory.
- Stay Online and Active: XP gain only occurs when you are online and present in the game. Logging out or AFKing too long slows progress dramatically.
Pro Tip:
“I used to feed small fruits and had to check constantly—then I switched to Burning Buds and it made a huge difference.”
— Player comment on Reddit
2. Bring XP-Boosting Pets for Passive Growth
Certain pets give passive XP boosts to nearby active pets, even if they’re not the ones you’re leveling. These “support pets” are essential for fast leveling.
Best XP Support Pets:
| Pet | Effect |
|---|---|
| Owls (All types) | All versions of Owl (including Blood Owl, Cooked Owl, and Night Owl) provide passive XP per second to nearby pets. Stack multiple for better results. |
| Capybara | Prevents hunger loss in nearby pets and grants periodic XP ticks. Keeps target pets active and fed. |
| Sea Turtle | Gives a massive XP burst (~1000 XP) every ~12–13 minutes. Perfect for timed leveling strategies. |
Usage Tips:
- Use multiple Owl variants together for compounding XP.
- Capybara keeps your pets both fed and gaining XP. Place it near your main pets.
- When Sea Turtle is ready to burst, remove all non-target pets temporarily to ensure your target pet gets the full bonus.
3. Expand Pet Slots Early for More Efficiency
The more pets you can equip at once, the faster your main pet will level up thanks to overlapping boosts. Starting with 3 pet slots, you can expand up to 8 for maximum efficiency.
How to Unlock More Pet Slots:
| Method | Unlock Requirement |
|---|---|
| Trade Aged Pets | Trade pets that reach a certain age milestone (e.g., Age 20, Age 45) to Raphael in the Egg Shop. He will unlock extra slots. |
| Use Robux | If you’re open to spending Robux, you can unlock extra slots instantly. |
Slot Expansion Strategy:
- Unlock Slot 4 First: This allows a combo like Owl + Capybara + Sea Turtle + target pet, which is a great leveling setup.
- Aim for 6–8 Slots: The more XP pets you can stack around your target, the faster it levels. Extra slots are key to stacking multipliers.
4. Use Pet Toys and Treats for Bonus XP
Aside from passive XP from support pets, items like toys, treats, and instant XP boosters can significantly speed up the leveling process—especially if you’re looking to hit age milestones quickly.
Key Items to Use:
| Item | Effect |
|---|---|
| Small/Medium Treats | Increases a pet’s happiness, which can indirectly boost its XP gain speed. |
| Level-Up Lollipop | Instantly increases the target pet’s age by +1 level. Stackable and fast. |
| Pet Toys | Keeps your pet entertained and roaming—ensures constant XP intake. Some toys may give passive bonuses. |
How to Get These Items:
- Craft them at the crafting bench using fruit, seeds, and sheckles.
- Buy from the Gear Shop or event vendors when available.
- Earn through quests or events—limited-time events often include treats/lollipops as rewards.
Smart Usage Strategy:
- Save Level-Up Lollipops for pets that are near key milestones (e.g. Age 19 to Age 20 for slot unlocks).
- Keep at least one treat or toy active when you step away from the game temporarily, so the pet stays active.
- Treats are especially useful for low-level pets to kickstart their XP curve.
5. Optimize Your Daily Routine for Consistent Growth
Leveling pets fast isn’t just about what you do—it’s about when and how often you do it. A good routine can easily shave hours or even days off your leveling time.
Sample Daily Leveling Routine:
| Time | Action |
|---|---|
| Start of Session | Log in, check hunger bars, feed all active pets with large fruits. |
| Next 5–10 Minutes | Make sure XP-boosting pets (Owl, Capybara, Sea Turtle) are active. |
| Every 12–13 Minutes | Rotate your target pet in and out to catch Sea Turtle’s XP burst. |
| Hourly Check | Refill hunger with more fruit and apply treats/toys if needed. |
| Before Logout | Feed pets, swap in new target pet, and ensure Sea Turtle is ready for next burst. |
Efficiency Tips:
- Rotate Pets Strategically: If you’re leveling multiple pets, switch them in during XP bursts and while Sea Turtle is active.
- Avoid AFK Downtime: XP only accumulates while pets are active and you’re online. If you’re AFK, at least leave the pets with food and toys.
- Set Timers for Turtle Bursts: Some players set real-life timers to remind themselves when the Sea Turtle’s boost is ready.
Community Tip:
“I only log in for 5 minutes every 15 mins during the day—turtle burst + owl combo is insane for passive grinding.”
— Discord user feedback
Quick Reference Table
| Strategy | Key Tips |
|---|---|
| Feeding regularly | Use large fruits; keep hunger bar full for steady XP |
| Boost companions | Use owls for constant XP, capybara for hunger + XP, turtle for bursts |
| Expand pet slots | Unlock more slots via trading aged pets or Robux |
| Use pet toys/treats | Provide passive XP boost or instant age increase |
| Routine scheduling | Time feeds and turtle bursts, keep target pets roaming |
Why It Matters
Leveling pets increases their weight (makes them more valuable), grants small buffs, and allows them to be used in trades for extra pet/egg slots. Hitting age 50 is also required for pet mutations, which unlock powerful abilities.
Tips
- Prioritize acquiring XP-boosting pets like Blood Owl, Capybara, and Sea Turtle.
- Feed frequently with large fruits to keep XP flowing.
- Expand slots early to enable more companions working together.
- Use toys/treats strategically to boost efficiency.
- Stay online around key times, especially for Sea Turtle boost triggers.
By combining companion pets with consistent feeding and strategic pet slot use, you can reliably get your pets to age 50 faster, unlocking mutations and boosting overall gains in Grow a Garden. Have fun gardening—and leveling up!
