Hippo trait explained
The Hippo is one of the new pets added in the Mega Harvest Safari (Safari Harvest Event Part II) update. It’s a Legendary rarity pet. Its skills focus on plants: every 8 minutes it eats a Watermelon and sells it for 1.5x the value, and every 20 minutes it applies Monsoon to a random crop.
How to obtain the Hippo in Grow a Garden
Method 1 — during Mega Harvest Safari
During the Mega Harvest Safari event, you can buy the Hippo from the Safari Shop. It costs 400M Sheckles or 539 Robux. Steps:
Step 1: Unlock the Hippo
To purchase in the Safari Shop, you must first unlock it. See Section 3, “How to Unlock the Hippo in Safari Shop,” for details.
Step 2: Check Hippo availability
Open the Safari Shop in the Marketplace and talk to the NPC to view the menu and check stock. If it’s not in stock, you can still buy one for 539 Robux.
Step 3: Purchase the Hippo
When it’s in stock, complete the purchase with 400M Sheckles.
Method 2 — after the event
Once the Mega Harvest Safari event ends, Hippos won’t be available through Method 1. You’ll need to trade with other players. Trade can be tricky, so we recommend staying within Grow a Garden to avoid scams, though you may use third-party services to speed things up. Steps:
Step 1: Find trades
Visit TradeKitsune’s Hippo trading page to see if there are any matches. If you find a match, contact the trader directly. If not, move to the next step.
Step 2: Post a trade
List what you can offer and what you want in TradeKitsune.
Step 3: Find suitable trades and confirm details
If someone accepts, use Grow a Garden’s trading calculator to ensure fairness. Then discuss specifics with your potential partner via private messages.
Step 4: Complete the trade
Finish the deal using Grow a Garden’s built-in trading system.
How to Unlock Hippo in Safari Shop
Unlocking the Hippo in the Safari Shop requires reaching the 230B Global Points milestone. The steps are straightforward:
Step 1: Submit crops
Find Safari Joyce in the Grow a Garden lobby and see which crops she needs. Click “Submit held plant” or “Submit All” to submit plants and earn points.
Step 2: Accumulate points
Points from Safari Joyce contribute to both your Individual Rewards and the Global Points total.
Step 3: Unlock Hippo
Hippo unlocks when Global Points reach 230B.
Other pets in the Mega Harvest Safari update
The update adds six new pets, each with its own rarity and skill effects. Details follow:
| Pet | Appearance | How to Get | Unlock Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gecko |  | Safari Shop | Global Points: 130B |
| Hyena |  | Safari Shop | Global Points: 165B |
| Cape Buffalo |  | Safari Shop | Global Points: 195B |
| Hippo |  | Safari Shop | Global Points: 230B |
| Crocodile |  | Safari Shop | Global Points: 245B |
| Lion |  | Safari Shop | Global Points: 290B |
FAQ
What is the Hippo in Grow a Garden?
The Hippo is a Legendary pet introduced in the Mega Harvest Safari update, with plant-focused skills.
How does the Hippo’s ability work?
Every 8 minutes it eats a Watermelon and sells it for 1.5x value; every 20 minutes it applies Monsoon to a random crop.
How can I obtain the Hippo during the Mega Harvest Safari event?
Purchase it from the Safari Shop for 400M Sheckles or 539 Robux, after unlocking it in the shop.
What if I miss the event? Can I still get a Hippo?
Yes, after the event ends you can trade with other players, using Grow a Garden’s trading system or trusted third-party services to find partners.
How do I unlock the Hippo in the Safari Shop?
Reach 230B Global Points by submitting crops to Safari Joyce, then unlock the Hippo in the Safari Shop.
Are there risks when trading with other players?
Yes. Avoid clicking links from strangers and use in-game tools to verify trades for fairness.
