If you’ve logged into Grow a Garden lately, you’ve probably noticed things look a little haunted. The sky’s orange, the pumpkins are glowing, and there’s a witch hanging around in the middle of the map brewing something suspicious. Yep, the Ghoul Garden Halloween update is officially live.
This seasonal event brings all the spooky vibes – new pets, seeds, decorations, and other limited-time goodies. But here’s the catch: everything runs on Candy Corns, a special event currency you’ll need to collect if you want any of the exclusive rewards.
Whether you’re aiming for that glowing Reaper pet or just want to fill your farm with creepy decorations, you’ll need a solid stack of Candy Corns. Let’s go over how to actually get them – and how to make the most of this short but fun Halloween event.
Help the Witch Fill Her Cauldron
The first way to earn Candy Corns is through the Witch NPC, who’s set up shop right in the center of the Ghoul Garden. You can’t miss her – she’s got a massive bubbling cauldron and a lot of attitude.
Basically, she wants your crops. Any crops. You can toss in whatever you’ve grown, and as you donate, the cauldron fills up. Once it hits 100%, she starts handing out rewards. The more you contribute, the better your prize.
There’s a leaderboard that tracks everyone’s contributions, and players who give the most crops walk away with more Candy Corns and sometimes bonus rewards like Spooky Eggs. It’s competitive but fun – like a mini race every time the cauldron resets.
Just note that after the Witch dishes out her prizes, the cauldron goes into cooldown mode for a bit. You’ll have to wait before you can start donating again.
Quick tip: focus on high-value crops. They fill the cauldron faster and help push your name up the leaderboard. If you’ve got friends playing, team up – multiple players donating at once fills the cauldron quicker and gets you to that 100% mark sooner.
Wait for the Jack-O-Lantern NPC
While you’re waiting for the Witch’s cauldron to recharge, there’s another trick (or treat) up the game’s sleeve – the Jack-O-Lantern NPC.
This creepy pumpkin-headed figure spawns every two hours near the Witch’s area, on the right side of the map. When it appears, you’ll see a bright orange glow – that’s your cue to run over and interact with it.
You’ve only got five minutes before it vanishes, so timing matters. Touch the Jack-O-Lantern, and you’ll either get Candy Corns or another reward. Sometimes, though, you get nothing at all. Yeah, it’s a bit of a gamble – very in the spirit of Halloween.
Pro tip: set a timer. The Pumpkin shows up every two hours, like clockwork, and disappears after five minutes. If you’re grinding for Candy Corns, hanging around that area at the right time makes a big difference.
What You Can Buy with Candy Corns
Once you’ve got a nice pile of Candy Corns saved up, you’ll want to spend them wisely. Head over to the Halloween shop in Grow a Garden to check out the limited-time stuff available during the event.
Here’s everything you can buy with Candy Corns this season:
Event Seeds:
- Bloodred Mushroom Seed
- Jack-O-Lantern Seed
- Ghoul Root Seed
- Chicken Feed Seed
- Seer Vine Seed
- Poison Apple Seed
- Banesberry Seed
- Hexberry Seed
Decorations & Cosmetics:
- Pumpkin Crate
- Spooky Egg
- Skull Chain
- Ghost Lantern
- Tombstones
- Casket
Halloween Pets:
- Pumpkin Rat
- Ghost Bear
- Wolf
- Reaper
The Halloween pets are definitely the highlight here – especially the Reaper and Ghost Bear. They’ve got cool glowing effects that stand out in the dark map lighting. If you’re not sure what to spend your Candy Corns on, those are the must-haves.
Tips for Earning Candy Corns Faster
The event doesn’t last forever, so if you’re serious about collecting everything, you’ll need to grind smart. Here are a few tips to speed up the Candy Corn farming process:
- Use your best crops. The better your crops, the faster you fill the cauldron – and the higher you rank.
- Stick around the middle area. Both the Witch and Jack-O-Lantern appear there, so you won’t miss anything.
- Play during peak times. When more players are active, the cauldron fills faster and resets more often.
- Track spawn timers. The Pumpkin NPC’s two-hour schedule is predictable – use it to your advantage.
- Aim for leaderboard rewards. Even a small bump in rank can mean more Candy Corns.
Most importantly, have fun with it. Events like this don’t last long, and half the fun is just seeing how chaotic the garden gets when everyone’s rushing to feed the Witch or chasing after the Pumpkin.
Wrapping It Up
The Ghoul Garden update really nails the Halloween theme – it’s spooky, cozy, and just the right amount of silly. Between the orange glow, creepy music, and weird NPCs handing out Candy Corns, it’s a nice change of pace from regular farming life.
So if you haven’t jumped in yet, now’s the time. The event won’t stick around forever, and once it’s gone, so are the rewards. Whether you’re farming crops, competing on the Witch’s leaderboard, or racing to catch the Jack-O-Lantern before it disappears, every bit of Candy Corn counts.
Grab your crops, hop into the garden, and start stacking those Candy Corns – Halloween doesn’t wait.
