The latest update in Grow a Garden introduces a permanent new way to progress, centered around an NPC named Sam, a currency called Garden Coins, and a new Ascension system. This guide will show you exactly how to level up Sam, unlock his shop tiers, and get the new exclusive seeds.
How to Unlock Sam’s Shop Tiers in Grow a Garden
What are Garden Coins & How to Get Them (Ascension)
Garden Coins are a new endgame currency required to buy the exclusive items from Sam’s shop. Currently, the only way to get them is by Ascending.
Ascension is the new “Rebirth” mechanic in the game. To do it, you must go to the Garden Ascension area. When you choose to ascend, the game will take a very high-value item from you and all of your Sheckles, and in return, you will be rewarded with 10 Garden Coins.
How to Unlock Sam’s Shop Tiers
Just having Garden Coins isn’t enough to buy everything. Sam’s shop has multiple tiers that you must unlock.
To unlock higher tiers, you need to “feed” Sam. By giving him food items (likely the high-quality meals from the Cooking Event), you will increase his friendship level. As his level goes up, he will unlock new tiers of his shop, making better items available for purchase.
Sam’s Shop Rewards (Tier 2 Showcase)
Here is a full list of the exclusive new seeds you can buy with Garden Coins once you have unlocked Tier 2 of Sam’s shop:
- Broccoli Seed
- Potato Seed
- Brussels Sprout Seed
- Cocomango Seed