How to Get a Pumpkin Rat in Grow a Garden
The Pumpkin Rat is a limited-time pet introduced in Grow a Garden's Ghoul Garden Halloween event. This seasonal pet features a pumpkin head and glowing eyes, embodying the spooky atmosphere of the event. Players seek the Pumpkin Rat not only for its unique look but also for its interesting pet trait that transforms pumpkins in the garden.
1. Creepy Critters Shop
To obtain the Pumpkin Rat in game, players need to participate in the Ghoul Garden event, which runs through the Halloween season. Within the event, there is a special shop called the Creepy Critters Shop where the Pumpkin Rat is sold. This shop requires the event currency called Candy Corn, which is earned by playing event activities such as donating fruits to the Witch’s Cauldron and selling crops to the Jack O’ Lantern NPC.
Pumpkin Rat Value:
- 40 Candy Corns
- 179 Robux
The Pumpkin Rat pet becomes available in the shop rotation about 25% of the time, so if it is not immediately listed for sale, players should keep checking back throughout the event. When available, it can be purchased for 40 Candy Corns. For those looking to acquire the pet instantly, there is an option to purchase it directly with Robux for 179 Robux.
These 3 trading places offer convenience, trust, and good pricing options for acquiring the Pumpkin Rat pet.
1. In-Game Trading: Easy access and direct trades with players during the event. Flexible pricing around 10 Qi sheckles.
2. TradeKitsune: Transparent prices, quick listings, and reliable browsing are available through Pumpkin Rat offers.
3. Discord Trading Communities: Trusted player trades, active channels, and good prices with community support.
Pumpkin Rat Trading Value
The current estimated pet value of the Pumpkin Rat in Grow a Garden is about 10 Qi Sheckles. This reflects its status as a limited common pet with a fun cosmetic ability but relatively low gameplay boost compared to higher-tier pets. In pet-for-pet trades, it holds an approximate value of 10 Qi Sheckles as well. This value may fluctuate slightly based on player demand during the Halloween event when the Pumpkin Rat is more popular.
Pumpkin Rat Tier Ranking & Pet Trait
The Pumpkin Rat has a unique feature tied to the Halloween spirit called "Pumpkin Carver." Every 7 to 10 minutes, it converts a pumpkin in your garden into a random Jack-O-Lantern cosmetic. There are five Jack-O-Lantern variants, giving players an enjoyable cosmetic transformation that helps make their garden lively and festive during the event.
The Pumpkin Rat is ranked as a Limited Common pet in the event's tier list. It is one of the many spooky-themed pets available during the Ghoul Garden event, adding variety and seasonal charm to player collections. Below is a detailed tier list of all spooky pets introduced in the event, ranked by their usefulness and pet traits:
| Tier | Pet Name | Rarity | Trait / Ability Description |
| S | Headless Horseman | Prismatic | Resets the level of a random pet and applies one of four chaotic mutations. |
| A | Black Cat | Mythical | Occasionally naps at the Witch’s Cauldron, making nearby fruits 1.38x larger. |
| B | Spider | Legendary | Weaves a web that boosts cooldown reduction for pets and accelerates plant growth. |
| V | Bone Dog | Rare | Has a chance to dig up a random seed at intervals. |
| D | Bat | Uncommon | Grants nearby Spooky plants a slight variant chance bonus. |
| E | Pumpkin Rat | Common | Converts a pumpkin into a Jack-O-Lantern cosmetic every 7–10 minutes. |
This pet tier ranking places the Pumpkin Rat among the least effective in terms of gameplay traits but highlights its aesthetic and seasonal value for players wanting a spooky vibe. The top-tier spooky pets provide powerful, unique effects beneficial for gameplay progression, while Pumpkin Rat serves as a charming cosmetic pet.