Gnomes in Grow a Garden 2 are an Epic tier piece of equipment that you can obtain and place in your thriving garden plot. These Gnomes come with a special set of skills designed to make sure any would-be garden robbers think twice—and face consequences for their attempts. They also sport unsettling red eyes, which can be quite unsettling. Without further delay, here’s how to obtain a Gnome in Grow a Garden 2.
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What role do Gnomes play in Grow a Garden 2?
In Grow a Garden 2, a Gnome protects your garden from intruders who try to take your crops and snatch Sheckles from nearby players. Put simply, they act as the small guardian you can rely on to keep your garden safer during the moments when you’re not there. Still, there’s one catch: a time limit.
The Gnome stays active for only 10 minutes (real time) and then disappears when the countdown ends. So while your garden won’t be guarded nonstop for stretches like overnight, you do gain some protection throughout their short active window.
How to acquire a Gnome in Grow a Garden 2
You can get a Gnome from the Gear Shop for 100,000 Sheckles once it shows up. As an Epic rarity item, it has an 8% chance of appearing in the shop. That means your chances aren’t huge, but it’s also not as rare as it might be.
Is it worthwhile to purchase a Gnome in Grow a Garden 2?
Yes, getting a Gnome in Grow a Garden 2 is a smart choice if you have the Sheckles and you’re not playing on a private server. That last detail matters. If you’re on a private server with trusted friends you’re confident won’t steal your crops while you’re away, you may want to hold onto your Sheckles for other purchases.
On the other hand, if you know your garden is likely to be left exposed when you step away (or if you want your Gnome to support you in earning a few additional Sheckles), then it’s worth buying one and positioning it in your garden.
Make the most of your Gnome guardians and use them to keep your crops safe. If you want more help with Grow a Garden, take a look at our pets list or our collection of Grow a Garden 2 codes.