How to Get & Use Reclaimer in Grow a Garden? (July 2025)

If you've ever panicked about losing your precious Divine or Prismatic plants in Grow a Garden, I've got some incredible news for you. The Reclaimer is here to save the day! This game-changing tool lets me turn any planted crop back into a seed, and trust me, it's been an absolute lifesaver for my garden management.

I remember the frustration of having to delete my rare mutated plants just to make room for new seasonal seeds. Those days are gone! Let me show you exactly how to get this amazing tool and use it like a pro.

What is the Reclaimer in Grow a Garden?

The Reclaimer is essentially a pair of magical pruning shears that can convert any planted crop back into its seed form. Picture this: bright green handles connected by a darker green mechanism, topped with gleaming yellow blades. It looks like ordinary garden shears, but its power is anything but ordinary!

Here's what makes it special:

• Instant conversion: Turns any plant into a seed immediately
• Single-use item: Each Reclaimer can only be used once
• Almost universal: Works on nearly all plants (with two exceptions)
• Space-saving miracle: Perfect for reorganizing your garden layout

Important limitation: The Reclaimer doesn't work on rainbow or golden seed variants. These special seeds remain planted permanently, so choose their spots wisely!

How to Get Reclaimer in Grow a Garden?

Method 1: Crafting

I prefer the crafting method because it's guaranteed and relatively affordable. Here's exactly what you'll need:

Required Materials:

• 1 Common Egg (50,000 Sheckles from the Pet Shop)
• 1 Harvest Tool (Default tool or any harvest gear)
• 500,000 Sheckles (Save up those profits!)
• 45 minutes of patience

Step-by-Step Crafting Process:

1. Head to the Gear Crafting Bench - You'll find it right next to the Gear Shop
2. Interact with the crafting station - Press E or tap on mobile
3. Select the Reclaimer recipe - It should be clearly visible
4. Add your materials - The game will automatically detect them in your inventory
5. Start crafting - Confirm to begin the 45-minute timer
6. Wait or pay - Either wait patiently or spend 749 Robux for instant completion

I always start my crafting session before logging off for the day. That way, my Reclaimer is ready when I return!

Method 2: Summer Harvest Event

The Summer Harvest event offers a free (but not guaranteed) way to get Reclaimers. Here's how I maximize my chances:

Event Details:

• Timing: Every hour on the hour
• Duration: 10 minutes per event
• Location: Central cart in the main area
• Requirements: Contribute summer fruits to the community cart

My Strategy for Event Rewards:

1. Stock up on summer fruits before the event starts
2. Join a populated server - More players = higher point totals
3. Contribute early and often - Even one fruit counts!
4. Aim for 1000+ server points - This unlocks better reward tiers

The Reclaimer appears randomly in the reward pool, so I participate in multiple events to increase my odds. It's worth it for a free tool!

How to Use the Reclaimer

Using the Reclaimer is incredibly simple, but I'll walk you through it to avoid any costly mistakes:

1. Equip the Reclaimer from your inventory
2. Approach your target plant - Get close enough to interact
3. Hover your cursor over the plant you want to convert
4. Click to activate - The plant instantly becomes a seed
5. Collect your seed - It drops right where the plant was

Pro tip: Double-check you're targeting the right plant! Since Reclaimers are single-use, mistakes can be costly.

Best Uses for Reclaimer

Through my experience, I've found these are the absolute best ways to use your Reclaimers:

1. Saving Rare Mutations

When I get a plant with multiple stacked mutations (like Celestial + Frozen + Shocked), I use a Reclaimer to save it for optimal market prices.

2. Seasonal Rotation

I reclaim my spring plants when summer arrives, store the seeds, and plant summer crops. Later, I can bring back my spring garden!

3. Space Optimization

Those massive Beanstalks and Sugar Apples? I reclaim them when I need space for events, then replant them in better locations.

4. Emergency Storage

If I'm about to lose internet or need to leave suddenly, I quickly reclaim my most valuable plants to protect them.

Pro Tips and Strategies

After using dozens of Reclaimers, here are my top strategies:

When to Use:

• Before major updates - Protect valuable plants from potential changes
• During space crunches - When you need room for event items
• For layout redesigns - Move plants without losing progress
• To save Divine/Prismatic plants - These are too valuable to lose!

When to Save:

• For common plants - Not worth the Reclaimer cost
• Near harvest time - Harvest first, then decide
• For easily replaceable crops - Save Reclaimers for rare finds

Common Mistakes I've Seen:

• Using on rainbow/golden seeds (they won't work!)
• Reclaiming plants right before weather events
• Wasting on common seeds like carrots or strawberries
• Not checking mutation stacks before reclaiming

My Personal Reclaimer Strategy

I always keep at least 3 Reclaimers in my inventory. Here's my system:

1. One for emergencies - Never know when you'll need it
2. One for seasonal transitions - Ready for update changes
3. One for experiments - Testing new garden layouts

I craft a new one immediately after using any, maintaining my safety net. The 500k investment has saved me millions in preserved mutations!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Reclaimer on any plant in Grow a Garden?

I can use the Reclaimer on almost any plant, but there are two important exceptions: rainbow seeds and golden seeds. These special variants cannot be reclaimed, so I always plant them in permanent spots. Every other plant, including those with multiple mutations, can be successfully converted back to seed form.

Is the Reclaimer worth 500,000 Sheckles?

In my experience, absolutely yes! I've saved plants worth millions using Reclaimers. Consider this: a single Divine or Prismatic plant with good mutations can sell for 10-50 million Sheckles. The ability to save and relocate these plants makes the 500k investment trivial. I consider it essential garden insurance.

How many Reclaimers can I craft at once?

I can only craft one Reclaimer at a time at the crafting station. The 45-minute timer starts immediately, and I must collect the finished Reclaimer before starting another. However, I can store unlimited Reclaimers in my inventory, so I often craft them back-to-back when I have materials.

Do reclaimed seeds keep their mutations?

This is where it gets interesting! When I reclaim a mutated plant, it returns to its base seed form without mutations. For example, a Frozen Celestial Watermelon becomes a regular Watermelon seed. That's why I only reclaim mutated plants when absolutely necessary or when market prices make it worthwhile to harvest first.

What's the drop rate for Reclaimer in Summer Harvest events?

While the exact drop rate isn't publicly known, I've noticed better chances when the server reaches higher point tiers (especially 100+ points). In my experience participating in dozens of events, I get a Reclaimer roughly every 5-7 events when contributing actively. Your results may vary, but persistence pays off!

Can I trade Reclaimers with other players?

Unfortunately, no. Reclaimers are untradeable items in Grow a Garden. I can't drop them, trade them, or give them to friends. Each player must obtain their own through crafting or event rewards. This makes each Reclaimer even more valuable - use them wisely!

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The Reclaimer has completely changed how I play Grow a Garden. No longer do I fear losing my rare plants or feel stuck with poor garden layouts. Whether you're a casual farmer or a serious mutation hunter, this tool is absolutely worth getting. Start crafting your first Reclaimer today, and never lose a precious plant again!