I’ll be honest with you when I first heard about the Chubby Chipmunk update dropping in Grow a Garden, I thought it would just be another routine event. Boy, was I wrong. This fall-themed update has completely transformed my garden into a nutty paradise, and I’m absolutely loving every second of it. The new seeds alone make this update worth diving into, especially if you’re looking to rake in some serious in-game cash while enjoying the cozy autumn vibes.
The Chubby Chipmunk update went live on October 4, 2025, and it’s running until October 11, giving us a solid week to collect everything. What makes this update special isn’t just the adorable chipmunk pets (though they’re ridiculously cute), but the six brand-new seeds that perfectly capture that fall aesthetic we’ve all been craving. Trust me, after grinding through this event for the past few days, I’ve learned exactly which seeds are worth your time and which ones will make your wallet happy.
The Chubby Chipmunk update is Grow a Garden’s latest seasonal event, and it’s basically a love letter to fall. Picture this: chipmunks scurrying around your garden, munching on your plants, and storing nuts for winter. It sounds chaotic, but it’s actually genius game design.
The core mechanic revolves around feeding your Chubby Chipmunk pet to increase its weight. The heavier your chipmunk gets, the better rewards you unlock—including those coveted new seeds. The update introduces six new nut-themed seeds that can be obtained through the event reward track by growing your Chubby Chipmunk, or by opening Nutty Chests.
What really caught my attention was how the developers integrated the weight-based progression system. Your chipmunk passively eats fruits from your garden every few minutes, gaining weight with each meal. You can speed this up by manually feeding it or triggering the Nutty Fever event, which makes your chipmunk go absolutely wild eating everything in sight.
The event also brought quality-of-life improvements and new weather effects that make the game feel more polished than ever. Plus, there’s something genuinely satisfying about watching your chipmunk balloon up while your garden transforms into an autumn wonderland.
Let me tell you why this event has me hooked more than any previous Grow a Garden update. First off, the progression feels rewarding without being frustratingly grindy. Unlike some events where you’re stuck doing the same repetitive tasks for hours, the Chubby Chipmunk update keeps things fresh.
I love that I can multitask. While my chipmunk is passively gaining weight by munching on fruits, I’m free to tend my garden, optimize my plot layouts, or experiment with new plant combinations. There’s no pressure to constantly babysit the event—it fits naturally into my regular gameplay loop.
The aesthetic is another huge win. My garden right now looks like a Pinterest board for fall decorating. The warm oranges and browns from plants like Persimmon and Acorn create this cozy atmosphere that makes me want to spend hours just vibing in my virtual garden. It’s the perfect update to play while sipping hot chocolate in real life.
But what really sealed the deal for me? The seed variety. Each new seed has its own personality and profitability potential. Some are quick cash grabs, while others require patience but pay off big time. I’ve spent embarrassing amounts of time calculating which seeds give me the best return on investment, and honestly, that kind of strategic planning is exactly what I play Grow a Garden for.
The community aspect has been fantastic too. Everyone’s comparing their chipmunk weights, sharing tips for maximizing Nutty Chest drops, and helping newer players navigate the event. It reminds me why I fell in love with Roblox games in the first place—that sense of shared discovery and excitement.
Alright, let’s get into the good stuff. Here’s every single new seed you can collect during this event, along with the crucial details you need to know:
Acorn Squash
Ferntail
Pecan
Hazelnut
Persimmon
Acorn
| Seed Name | Source | Harvest Type | Sell Price | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Squash | Reward Track | Multiple | 31,000 | Common |
| Ferntail | Reward Track | Multiple | 120,000 | Uncommon |
| Pecan | Reward Track | Multiple | 140,000 | Rare |
| Hazelnut | Nutty Chest | Multiple | 22,500 | Common |
| Persimmon | Nutty Chest | Multiple | 45,000 | Uncommon |
| Acorn | Nutty Chest | Multiple | 150,000 | Very Rare |
Getting your hands on these seeds requires understanding the event’s dual-track system. Let me break down exactly how I’ve been maximizing my seed collection.
This is your guaranteed path to three of the six seeds. Here’s my step-by-step strategy:
Step 1: Claim Your Chubby Chipmunk Pet Head to the event area in the lobby as soon as you log in. The NPC will give you your very own Chubby Chipmunk pet for free. Equip it immediately.
Step 2: Feed Your Chipmunk Strategically Your chipmunk gains weight two ways—passive eating and manual feeding. For passive eating, just let it do its thing every 5 minutes. For active feeding, use fruits with mutations. Each mutation on a fed fruit increases your chipmunk’s weight gain chance by about 3.5%. This tip alone has saved me hours of grinding.
Step 3: Trigger Nutty Fever Events Submit extra fruits to the event NPC to activate Nutty Fever. This makes your chipmunk eat much faster, accelerating your progression through the reward track. I try to trigger this at least 3-4 times per play session.
Step 4: Monitor Your Weight Milestones The reward track uses a sliding scale based on your chipmunk’s weight, with Nutty Chests awarded at 2kg and other rewards at higher weights. Check your progress regularly and plan your farming accordingly.
Step 5: Collect Your Seeds As you hit specific weight milestones, return to the event NPC to claim your reward track seeds. The progression goes: Acorn Squash (early), Ferntail (middle), and Pecan (final).
Nutty Chests are your RNG-based chance at the remaining three seeds. Here’s how to maximize your chest openings:
Earn Chests Through Weight Milestones Every time your chipmunk reaches certain weight thresholds, you’ll receive Nutty Chests as rewards. The first guaranteed chest comes at 2kg.
Pick Up Acorns After your chipmunk eats fruits, it drops acorns on the ground. These acorns can contain bonus rewards, including occasionally Nutty Chests. I make a habit of sweeping my garden for acorns every time I log in.
Consider Premium Chests (Optional) The game offers Exotic Nutty Chests for Robux, which have better drop rates. I’m not saying you need to spend money—I’ve gotten all seeds without paying—but if you’re impatient, the option exists.
Optimize Your Opening Strategy Save up multiple chests before opening them. I’ve noticed (though this might be confirmation bias) that opening 5-10 chests at once seems to give better RNG than opening them one at a time.
Protect Your Single-Harvest Plants: Your chipmunk won’t eat favorited fruits or single-harvest plants, so favorite anything precious. I learned this the hard way when my chipmunk devoured my prize Golden Mutation watermelon.
Use Growth Boosters Wisely: Before planting rare seeds like Acorn, apply growth boosters and water to maximize your chances of getting valuable mutations. A mutated Acorn harvest can sell for way more than the base price.
Join During Admin Abuse: The hour before the update officially launched (Admin Abuse event), players got exclusive items and bonuses. If you missed it this time, remember this for future updates—it’s always worth logging in early.
Don’t Neglect Your Regular Garden: While focusing on event content, keep your main garden productive. The profits from your established plants can fund more Nutty Chest purchases or help you optimize your event setup faster.
Not all seeds are created equal, and your time is valuable. Here’s my honest tier list for the new seeds, based on profitability, ease of acquisition, and overall value.
Acorn – This is non-negotiable. With the highest sell price at 150,000 coins per harvest and multiple harvest capability, Acorn is the best investment of your time. Yes, the 1% drop rate from Nutty Chests is brutal, but when you finally get it, your garden’s income basically doubles. I currently have four Acorn plants, and they’re generating more money than the rest of my garden combined.
Pecan – The final reward track seed is absolutely worth grinding for. At 140,000 coins per harvest, it’s almost as profitable as Acorn but guaranteed through progression. Don’t give up on reaching this milestone—your future self will thank you.
Ferntail – Solid middle-ground seed that bridges the gap between starter plants and premium options. The 120,000 coin sell price makes it worthy of dedicated plot space, and the aesthetic is beautiful. I’ve got six Ferntail plants running, and they’re consistent money-makers.
Persimmon – This seed provides a pop of orange color while offering decent sale prices. It’s not the highest earner, but the combination of aesthetics and profitability makes it valuable. Plus, the medium rarity from Nutty Chests means you’ll probably get several during the event.
Hazelnut – This is your filler seed. Not exciting, not particularly profitable, but reliable. If you’re a newer player building up your garden, Hazelnut is a safe bet. Experienced players can probably skip it unless you’re a completionist like me.
Acorn Squash – The starter seed serves its purpose for early event progression but gets outclassed quickly. I replaced all my Acorn Squash plants once I unlocked better options. Keep maybe 2-3 for nostalgia and event participation, but don’t build your strategy around it.
New Players: Focus on completing the reward track to guarantee Acorn Squash, Ferntail, and Pecan. Open every Nutty Chest you get, but don’t stress about getting Acorn immediately.
Intermediate Players: Maximize your chipmunk weight gain to blast through the reward track quickly, then dedicate resources to farming Nutty Chests for Acorn and Persimmon.
Advanced Players: You already know the drill—optimize for Acorn and Pecan, use growth boosters for mutations, and calculate your profit per hour for each seed to maximize efficiency.
After playing non-stop since the update dropped, I’ve developed some strategies that have seriously boosted my rewards. Let me share what’s actually working.
Your chipmunk’s weight determines everything in this event, so let’s talk about getting that number up fast.
The Mutation Feeding Strategy: Each mutation on fed fruits grants an additional 3.5% chance for weight gain. This means you want to feed your chipmunk your mutated fruits, not sell them. I know it hurts to give up that Golden Mutation profit, but the event rewards more than compensate.
Nutty Fever Timing: Don’t spam Nutty Fever randomly. I’ve found that activating it when your garden is fully stocked with harvestable fruits gives maximum efficiency. Your chipmunk goes on an eating rampage, gaining significant weight in minutes.
The Passive Farming Loop: Set up a dedicated section of your garden with fast-growing, multi-harvest plants specifically for chipmunk food. My setup includes about 10 plots of quick-turnaround crops that I don’t care about. They exist solely to feed the chipmunk while I focus on my money-making plots elsewhere.
Pet Toy Usage: Pet toys boost your chipmunk’s XP and can influence weight gain. I use them whenever they’re off cooldown, treating them as a free weight boost.
Your garden layout matters more during this event than ever before. Here’s my current setup:
Zone 1: Event Seed Showcase – Front and center, I’ve dedicated my best-looking plots to the new seeds. This isn’t just for aesthetics (though it looks amazing)—it’s also my profit center.
Zone 2: Chipmunk Feeding Area – Fast-growing, mutation-prone plants arranged for easy harvesting and chipmunk access. These are sacrificial plants.
Zone 3: Protected High-Value Crops – My single-harvest and pre-event premium plants, all favorited and protected from chipmunk munching.
This layout keeps my profits high while ensuring the chipmunk has constant food without destroying my valuable plants.
After opening dozens of chests, I’ve developed some (possibly superstitious) habits that seem to help:
Save Up Before Opening: Rather than opening chests immediately, I save 5-10 at a time. The excitement of multiple openings feels better, and I swear the RNG is kinder.
Open During Peak Hours: This is pure superstition, but I’ve had better luck opening chests when lots of players are online. It’s probably coincidence, but hey, if it works…
Don’t Chase the Rare Drop: Event seeds remain in the game after the event ends, though drop rates may decrease significantly. If you don’t get Acorn during the event, you can still pursue it later. Don’t blow all your Robux on Exotic Chests chasing one seed.
The event runs for a full week, which seems like a lot but goes faster than you think. Here’s how I’m managing my time:
Daily Check-In Schedule:
Weekend Power Grinding: Saturday and Sunday are perfect for pushing through reward track milestones. That’s when I dedicate 2-3 hour sessions to serious progression.
Don’t Burn Out: This is a week-long event. You don’t need to complete everything in 24 hours. Pace yourself, enjoy the process, and avoid the temptation to rush through content just to say you finished first.
I’ve made plenty of mistakes in this event (and seen others make them too). Learn from our failures:
I cannot stress this enough—weight determines your reward tier, so make feeding your chipmunk your top priority. Some players get distracted by normal farming and wonder why they’re not progressing through the reward track. Your chipmunk needs to be HEAVY.
The day I got my first Acorn seed, I was so excited that I immediately planted it in a random empty plot. Bad move. Don’t plant rare seeds without growth boosters and optimal conditions to maximize returns. Now I always prepare: water the plot, apply growth boosters, optimize for mutations, then plant. The difference in value is enormous.
The hour before the update went live featured Admin Abuse with exclusive items and bonuses. I logged in during that window and got some amazing freebies that gave me a head start. Many players missed this completely. For future updates, always check the schedule and log in early.
My first day playing, I tried to grind through the entire reward track in one sitting. Five hours later, I was exhausted and frustrated because it’s designed to take the full week. The event has daily bonuses and evolving strategies that reward consistent play over marathon sessions. Slow down and enjoy it.
The mutation bonus for weight gain is too good to ignore. Yes, those Golden Mutation fruits sell for premium prices, but feeding them to your chipmunk accelerates your progression so much faster. The reward track gives you far more value than those individual sales.
I’ve seen players open Nutty Chests the second they get them, then complain about bad RNG. While there’s no scientific proof, opening multiple chests at once feels more rewarding and seems to give better results. Plus, if you save them up, you get that dopamine rush of multiple potential good drops instead of one disappointing pull.
The event runs until October 11, 2025. That’s a firm deadline. I’ve seen too many players assume they have “plenty of time” and then panic on the last day when they realize they haven’t unlocked the seeds they wanted. Mark your calendar and set progression goals for each day.
Let me share some advanced strategies that have taken my Chubby Chipmunk event experience to the next level.
Not all seeds are equally efficient with your time. Here’s how I evaluate them:
Take Acorn: 150,000 coins per harvest, multiple harvests (let’s say every 2 hours with proper watering). That’s 75,000 coins per hour per plant. Compare that to Acorn Squash at 31,000 coins every 3 hours (roughly 10,333 coins per hour). The difference is massive.
This calculation has completely changed how I allocate my garden space. I now dedicate premium plots with best watering coverage to high coins-per-hour seeds, while lower-tier seeds get edge spaces with less attention.
Here’s a game-changer I discovered: Using sprinklers and waiting for mutations can significantly increase seed value. My process now involves:
A mutated Acorn harvest can sell for 300,000+ coins instead of the base 150,000. That’s doubling your money just for being patient.
Don’t put all your eggs in one basket (or all your plots in one seed type). My current garden has:
This diversification ensures I’m always making money while progressing through the event. If one harvest isn’t ready, another is.
Those dropped acorns from your chipmunk’s eating sessions contain valuable rewards. I’ve established a collection route I run every login:
Some acorns contain coins, others have chest fragments or even full Nutty Chests. It’s free money for 30 seconds of effort.
This tip might seem obvious, but joining a active Grow a Garden community has helped tremendously. I’m part of a Discord server where we share:
The collective knowledge has accelerated my progress way beyond what I could’ve achieved solo.
Here’s a prediction based on previous Grow a Garden events: as the event approaches its end (October 10-11), the marketplace dynamics will shift dramatically. Players who didn’t get rare seeds will be desperate to buy them, while others will be panic-selling inventory to make room for new content.
My plan is to stockpile extra seeds now and sell them on the last day when prices peak. It’s basic supply and demand, but surprisingly few players think about this.
Based on previous events, most event seeds become permanent additions after the event ends, though their drop rates may decrease significantly. Your already-planted seeds won’t vanish, and you can still plant any seeds in your inventory. However, getting new ones will be much harder, so collect as many as possible during the event week.
Yes, but the drop rate will likely tank. Acorn has a 1% drop rate during the event, which might drop to 0.1% or less afterward. Your best bet is to grind Nutty Chests now while the rates are boosted. I’m personally not stopping until I have at least 3 Acorn seeds banked.
Feed it mutated fruits during Nutty Fever events. The Chubby Chipmunk gains weight when fed, with a 15% base chance increasing by 3.5% for each mutation on the fruit. A triple-mutated fruit during Nutty Fever can give massive weight gains. Also, make sure your garden is full of harvestable plants so the passive eating kicks in every 5 minutes.
That’s a personal decision. I’ve gotten all six seeds without spending Robux, but it required dedication. If you’re short on time or have terrible RNG luck, Exotic Chests increase your odds of getting rare seeds like Acorn. Consider it a time-versus-money tradeoff.
You keep it permanently! Your chipmunk won’t disappear when the event ends, though its special weight-gaining abilities might become less relevant without the event NPC and rewards. It’ll still be a cute companion for your garden.
The Chubby Chipmunk Event is designed to be accessible to players of all levels, and new players can participate by focusing on basic nut collection and chipmunk feeding mechanics. You might not get all six seeds in one week as a new player, but you’ll definitely make progress and have fun. The early reward track seeds (Acorn Squash, Ferntail) are totally achievable for beginners.
For optimal weight gain, yes. The passive eating only works when the chipmunk is your active pet. However, if you need to switch pets for other bonuses, your weight progress won’t reset—it just pauses until you re-equip your chipmunk.
I haven’t hit a cap yet, and my chipmunk is currently at 8.5kg. Community discussions suggest the reward track goes well beyond 10kg with increasingly valuable prizes at each milestone. The weight limit might be intentionally high to keep hardcore players engaged all week.
New codes typically drop when major updates launch. Check the Grow a Garden official social media channels and Discord for codes—they usually give free boosts, coins, or sometimes even Nutty Chests. I always enter new codes immediately before they expire.
Currently, Grow a Garden doesn’t have a player-to-player trading system for seeds. You can only acquire seeds through the methods I outlined above (reward track and Nutty Chests). This might change in future updates, but for now, everyone has to earn their own seeds.
If you only have room for one new seed type, plant Acorn if you managed to get it (maximum profit), or Pecan if you completed the reward track (guaranteed high returns). These two seeds have the best coins-per-hour ratios and will transform your garden’s profitability immediately.
The Chubby Chipmunk update has completely revitalized my Grow a Garden experience, and I’m genuinely sad it’ll end on October 11. These six new seeds aren’t just aesthetic additions—they’re game-changers that can transform your garden’s profitability and visual appeal.
My biggest takeaway? Focus on getting Pecan and Acorn above everything else. These two seeds alone will make your grinding worth it. Prioritize your chipmunk’s weight gain, feed it mutated fruits during Nutty Fever, and don’t forget to collect those dropped acorns.
Whether you’re a veteran player looking to optimize your profits or a newcomer excited to experience your first Grow a Garden event, the Chubby Chipmunk update delivers. The fall aesthetic is gorgeous, the progression system is engaging, and the rewards are genuinely valuable. I’ve already made millions of coins from these new seeds, and there’s still several days left to push even further.
What’s your strategy for this event? Have you been lucky enough to pull Acorn from a Nutty Chest, or are you still grinding like me? I’d love to hear your experiences and any tips I might have missed. Happy gardening, and may your chipmunks grow heavy with rewards!
