
Grow a Garden 2 is officially launching on June 12, 2026, and it’s not just a farming update. This full sequel introduces stealing, defensive plants, a redesigned map, and a day/night cycle that turns a casual garden sim into a competitive strategy game. Here’s everything confirmed, leaked, and worth knowing before you jump in.
| Key Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Release Date | June 12, 2026 |
| Release Time | 10:00 AM PST / 1:00 PM EST / 4:00 PM UTC |
| Platform | Roblox |
| Developer | Jandel / Splitting Point Studios |
| Official Countdown | gag.gg |
| Progress Carry-Over | Not confirmed |
The official countdown at gag.gg confirms June 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM UTC (10:00 AM PST) as the release date and time. The Roblox Events page is already live, with over 336,000 players already signed up for launch notifications.
Since this is one of the most anticipated Roblox sequels right now, players should be ready for heavy traffic, crowded servers, and possible connection issues when the game first opens.
Regional release times:
| Region | Time |
|---|---|
| PST (Pacific) | 10:00 AM |
| EST (Eastern) | 1:00 PM |
| GMT | 5:00 PM |
| CET | 7:00 PM |
Yes — completely. Grow a Garden 2 has been officially confirmed by the game’s owner Adrian and the development team, with multiple announcements shared across official channels including the game’s countdown page and social media accounts.
The countdown confirms that Grow a Garden 2 is no longer just a leak or rumor — this is the first time players have received direct confirmation from the development team regarding the game’s release window.
Don’t confuse it with Garden Horizons, which was a different team’s project and never the official continuation of Grow a Garden.
The biggest shake-up in the sequel. Unlike the original game, where stealing required spending Robux and wasn’t widely used, stealing is now a core gameplay mechanic — during nighttime, players can raid other gardens and attempt to take valuable crops.
To stop thieves, players can deploy defensive plants:
The mistake new players will make is obvious: rushing big gardens before understanding night risk. Learn what can be stolen, when it can be stolen, and how defense works — then scale.
During the day, players focus on planting, harvesting, and expanding. At night, stealing becomes active, transforming the game into a battle between attackers and defenders.
Instead of plots arranged in rows, gardens now surround a central area with shops located in the middle — making navigation faster and improving player interaction.
Crops continue growing even when offline, just like in the original Grow a Garden.
These are widely reported but not yet officially confirmed:
Pets (via egg hatching):
| Pet | Type |
|---|---|
| Deer | Passive |
| Frog | Passive |
| Bunny | Passive |
| Raccoon | Possibly tied to raiding |
| Gnome | Possibly defensive |
Leaked launch pets may also have Normal, Big, and Giant versions.
Guild System: A mysterious NPC named Gilbert has sparked speculation about a future guild feature, with earlier information reportedly referencing guilds as an important part of the game.
Gear/Equipment: A crowbar-type item has been teased, potentially usable to bypass garden defenses during raids.
| Feature | Grow a Garden 1 | Grow a Garden 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Stealing | Robux-only | Free, core mechanic |
| Night Phase | None | Active raiding |
| Map Layout | Row-based plots | Circular, shop-centered |
| Defense | None | Defensive plant system |
| Guilds | No | Possibly yes |
No codes have been confirmed yet. However, since the original regularly featured redeemable codes, many expect the sequel to follow suit. Likely rewards could include free Sheckles, seeds, defensive plants, and traps. Check back at launch for verified codes.
June 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM PST / 4:00 PM UTC on Roblox. The official countdown is live at gag.gg.
There is no confirmed carry-over. Players should expect to start fresh, as the sequel runs on entirely new systems.
It’s on Roblox, which is free. Exact pricing details for any premium items haven’t been officially announced.
At night, other players can enter your garden and steal crops. You counter this with defensive plants like Venus Flytraps and Dragon’s Breath.
Head to the Roblox Events page and hit “Notify Me.”