Grow a Garden Plant Types – All Categories & Beanstalk Event

Explore all grow a garden plant types and categories. From flowers and fruits to vegetables and woody plants, discover the diverse world of farming and master the Beanstalk Growth event with Jack.

Plant Type Categories

393

Total Plant Species

Beanstalk Growth Event

9 plants

Berry

Berry Type

Small, flavorful fruits that grow in clusters. Berries are often quick-growing and provide consistent harvests.

Quick-growingMulti-harvest

Examples:

Blueberry, Celestiberry

4 plants

Blossom

Blossom Type

Beautiful flowering plants with ornamental value. Blossoms often have unique seasonal appearances.

Ornamental valueSeasonal varieties

Examples:

Bone Blossom, Candy Blossom

7 plants

Candy

Candy Type

Sweet confectionery plants that produce candy-like crops. Popular during special events.

Event exclusiveHigh value

Examples:

Blue Lollipop, Candy Blossom

43 plants

Flower

Flower Type

Decorative and often valuable plants including roses, sunflowers, and exotic blooms. Many flowers have high aesthetic value.

High aesthetic valueCrafting materials

Examples:

Artichoke, Bee Balm, Cherry Blossom

38 plants

Fruit

Fruit Type

Sweet and nutritious crops like apples, berries, and tropical fruits. Fruits are often high-value crops with good profit margins.

High profit marginsNutritious

Examples:

Apple, Avocado, Coconut

7 plants

Fungus

Fungus Type

Unique mushroom and fungi varieties that grow in special conditions. Often rare and valuable.

Special growing conditionsRare varieties

Examples:

Duskpuff, Glowshroom, Mushroom

55 plants

Leafy

Leafy Type

Green leafy plants and herbs that provide variety to your garden. Essential for balanced farming.

Balanced farmingHerb varieties

Examples:

Aloe Vera, Apple, Lettuce

13 plants

Night

Night Type

Mysterious plants that grow best in darkness. Often associated with lunar events and special powers.

Darkness preferenceLunar events

Examples:

Aura Flora, Blood Banana, Nightshade

11 plants

Prehistoric

Prehistoric Type

Ancient plant varieties from prehistoric times. Rare and often tied to special events.

Ancient varietiesEvent exclusive

Examples:

Amber Spine, Bone Blossom, Boneboo

14 plants

Prickly

Prickly Type

Thorny and spiny plants including cacti and succulents. Hardy plants that thrive in tough conditions.

Hardy varietiesDesert conditions

Examples:

Aloe Vera, Cactus, Prickly Pear

9 plants

Root

Root Type

Underground root vegetables that provide essential nutrition. Foundation crops for any garden.

Underground growthFoundation crops

Examples:

Carrot, Chocolate Carrot, Potato

6 plants

Sour

Sour Type

Tart and acidic fruits that add variety to your harvest. Perfect for recipes and trading.

Tart flavorsRecipe ingredients

Examples:

Cranberry, Lemon, Lime

11 plants

Spicy

Spicy Type

Hot and spicy plants including peppers and chilis. Adds heat and excitement to your garden.

Hot varietiesCooking ingredients

Examples:

Badlands Pepper, Bell Pepper, Dragon Pepper

26 plants

Stalky

Stalky Type

Tall growing plants with strong stems. Includes bamboo and other architectural plants.

Tall growthStrong stems

Examples:

Bamboo, Beanstalk, Corn

30 plants

Summer

Summer Type

Warm weather plants that thrive in summer conditions. Perfect for seasonal farming.

Warm weatherSeasonal farming

Examples:

Aloe Vera, Avocado, Pineapple

23 plants

Sweet

Sweet Type

Sweet tasting fruits and plants that satisfy any sweet tooth. Popular for desserts and treats.

Sweet flavorsDessert ingredients

Examples:

Banana, Blue Lollipop, Moon Mango

8 plants

Toxic

Toxic Type

Dangerous plants with toxic properties. Handle with care but often valuable for special purposes.

Dangerous propertiesSpecial purposes

Examples:

Amber Spine, Cursed Fruit, Toxic Mushroom

12 plants

Tropical

Tropical Type

Exotic plants from tropical regions. Includes coconuts, mangos, and other exotic fruits.

Exotic varietiesHigh value

Examples:

Banana, Coconut, Mango

28 plants

Vegetable

Vegetable Type

Essential crops including carrots, tomatoes, and peppers. Vegetables provide steady income and are often used in recipes.

Steady incomeRecipe ingredients

Examples:

Artichoke, Avocado, Carrot

25 plants

Woody

Woody Type

Tree-based crops like apples, coconuts, and cacao. Woody plants often have longer growth cycles but higher values.

Tree-basedLonger cycles

Examples:

Amberheart, Apple, Cacao

14 plants

Zen

Zen Type

Peaceful and meditative crops with unique properties. Zen plants often have special effects and high rarity.

Special effectsHigh rarity

Examples:

Dezen, Enkaku, Zenflare

Last Updated: 2025-08-23

What Are Plant Types in Grow a Garden?

Plant types in Grow a Garden represent different categories of crops that share similar characteristics, growth patterns, and farming requirements. Understanding these categories is crucial for optimizing your farming strategies and choosing the right crops for your garden layout and goals.

Each plant type category has specific traits that help you:

Plan your garden layout – Group similar plants together for efficient management
Complete the Beanstalk Growth event – Jack NPC requires specific plant types
Optimize crop rotations – Understand which plants work well together
Maximize profit potential – Focus on high-value categories that match your playstyle

The Beanstalk Growth Event with Jack

The Beanstalk Growth event is a special farming challenge where you submit various plants to Jack NPC to grow the Beanstalk Tree. Jack asks for different types of plants, and understanding plant categories is essential for success.

🌱 How the Event Works

Jack requests specific plant type categories
You must submit plants that match the requested category
Each successful submission helps grow the Beanstalk Tree
Complete the event to unlock special rewards

Plant Type Categories Overview

🌸 Flower43 plants

High aesthetic value, crafting materials

Best for: Premium submissions, decoration

🥬 Leafy55 plants

Garden variety, herbs

Best for: Balanced farming, quick growth

🍎 Fruit38 plants

High profit margins, nutritious

Best for: Income generation, trading

☀️ Summer30 plants

Seasonal exclusive, warm weather

Best for: Summer events, limited time

🥕 Vegetable28 plants

Steady income, recipe ingredients

Best for: Consistent farming, cooking

🌾 Stalky26 plants

Tall growth, architectural appeal

Best for: Garden design, space efficiency

🌳 Woody25 plants

Tree-based, higher values

Best for: Long-term investment, premium crops

Category	Plant Count	Key Characteristics	Best For
🌸 Flower	43	High aesthetic value, crafting materials	Premium submissions, decoration
🥬 Leafy	55	Garden variety, herbs	Balanced farming, quick growth
🍎 Fruit	38	High profit margins, nutritious	Income generation, trading
☀️ Summer	30	Seasonal exclusive, warm weather	Summer events, limited time
🥕 Vegetable	28	Steady income, recipe ingredients	Consistent farming, cooking
🌾 Stalky	26	Tall growth, architectural appeal	Garden design, space efficiency
🌳 Woody	25	Tree-based, higher values	Long-term investment, premium crops

Beanstalk Growth Strategy Guide

🌱 Common Requirements

Vegetables for basic submissions
Berries for quick growth cycles
Leafy plants for variety
Fruits for premium submissions

⭐ Special Categories

Flowers for aesthetic value
Zen plants for rare requirements
Woody plants for advanced stages
Night plants for unique challenges

💡 Pro Tips for Success

Keep a diverse inventory of plant types to meet any requirement
Focus on categories with multiple examples for flexibility
Rare categories like Zen and Night plants are often high-value submissions
Plan ahead by growing extra plants in each category

Complete Plant Type Breakdown

Understanding the full spectrum of plant types helps you become a master farmer. Here's what makes each category unique:

🌸 Decorative Types

Flower, Blossom, Zen - Focus on beauty and special effects

🍎 Nutritious Types

Fruit, Vegetable, Root - Essential for balanced nutrition

🌙 Special Types

Night, Prehistoric, Toxic - Rare and mysterious plants

🌶️ Flavor Types

Sweet, Sour, Spicy - Add variety to your harvests

🌿 Growth Types

Leafy, Stalky, Woody - Different growth patterns

🌵 Hardy Types

Prickly, Tropical - Survive in tough conditions

Master All Plant Types in Grow a Garden

Whether you're submitting common vegetables, rare flowers, or exotic zen plants, success in the Beanstalk Growth event lies in understanding which plant types Jack needs and how to efficiently grow and collect them.

Each of the 21 plant type categories offers unique opportunities for farming optimization, event completion, and profit maximization. Build a diverse garden that covers multiple categories to be ready for any challenge.

Track your garden's plant type diversity on GrowAGardenStock, and never miss an opportunity to complete the Beanstalk Growth event with the perfect plant submission.