How to Get the French Hen in Grow a Garden

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The French Hen is a limited uncommon pet in Grow a Garden, first introduced during the Christmas Harvest Event. This charming pet is highly sought after by players due to its unique festive trait and the boost it provides to Christmas-themed plants.

Appearance

The French Hen stands out with its elegant and seasonal design:

  • Body, head, and wings: Dark gray, giving it a subtle and sophisticated look.
  • Beak and wing/tail tips: Black, providing a nice contrast to its gray body.
  • Feet: Gray, blending naturally with its body color.
  • Wattle: Dark red, adding a festive touch that fits the Christmas theme.

Its appearance makes it a perfect companion for holiday-themed gardens, as it visually complements decorations and seasonal plants.

If you want to maximize your holiday garden harvest, be sure to buy Grow a Garden pets like the French Hen, which boosts the growth of Christmas-themed plants and adds a festive touch to your garden.

Trait: Christmas Hen

The French Hen comes with a powerful Christmas Hen trait:

Christmas Hen: Christmas-type plants within ~15 studs have a ~0.40x increased size multiplier.

This means that when placed near Christmas plants, the French Hen boosts their growth significantly. For players focusing on seasonal events or trying to maximize rewards from Christmas plants, this pet is extremely valuable.

Pet Details

FeatureDescription
TierUncommon
Obtaining MethodSanta’s Surprise Present
Hatch Chance15%
Passive AbilityChristmas-type plants within the pet’s range have increased size multiplier
Hunger5,000
ObtainableYes
Date AddedDecember 6, 2025

How to Obtain the French Hen

The French Hen can only be obtained through Santa’s Surprise Present. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

  1. Collect Santa’s Surprise Presents: These are usually available during the Christmas Harvest Event. Players can earn them by completing quests, participating in event activities, or purchasing them through the in-game store.
  2. Open the Present: Each present has a 15% chance of hatching a French Hen.
  3. Try Multiple Times: Due to the low hatch chance, it may require multiple attempts to obtain the pet. Persistence is key!

Strategy Tips

  • Place Near Christmas Plants: The French Hen’s passive ability only affects plants within ~15 studs. Place it close to your Christmas-type plants to maximize the size multiplier.
  • Pair With Growth Boost Items: Combine the French Hen with fertilizers or other growth-boosting pets to increase your overall harvest efficiency.
  • Event Farming: During the Christmas Harvest Event, this pet is particularly useful for players aiming to complete high-yield seasonal quests.

Why the French Hen is Valuable

  1. Event Optimization: Its trait directly increases Christmas plant growth, making event farming faster and more rewarding.
  2. Visual Appeal: Its dark gray and red festive colors make it a stylish addition to any garden.
  3. Uncommon Tier: While not extremely rare, its combination of utility and appearance makes it a desirable pet for collectors and casual players alike.