Phoenix Pet Farming - Complete Method Overview
The Phoenix pet is one of the most coveted rewards from Enchanted Chests in Grow a Garden. With four distinct farming methods available, players can choose between active grinding and AFK strategies to maximize their chest acquisition rate.
Recent Update: Developers have significantly buffed enchanted chest farming by reducing the Fairy World shop cost from 25,000 to 15,000 fairy points - a 40% improvement that makes shop purchases much more viable.
This guide covers all four methods with efficiency comparisons, optimal setups, and strategies for both active and overnight farming to help you acquire Phoenix pets as quickly as possible.
Method 1: Crafting Station (Most Efficient Active)
Crafting enchanted chests at the fairy gear station is the most efficient method for active players, offering predictable 30-minute cycles with potential for double rewards.
Base Requirements:
- 6,000 Fairy Points per craft
- 30-minute cooldown per chest
- Access to Fairy Gear Crafting Station
Pachysaurus Optimization:
The key to maximizing this method is Pachysaurus pets, which provide double crafting procs. At maximum level aging, Pachysaurus reaches 100% double proc chance, effectively giving you 2 chests every 30 minutes instead of one.
Efficiency Calculation:
- Base rate: 1 chest per 30 minutes = 48 chests per day
- With maxed Pachysaurus: 2 chests per 30 minutes = 96 chests per day
- Cost: 6,000 fairy points per base craft
Strategy: Focus on aging up multiple Pachysaurus pets to achieve consistent double procs. This method works best when you can actively manage the 30-minute craft cycles throughout the day.
Method 2: Garden Guide Achievements (One-Time Rewards)
Mini achievements provide substantial one-time chest rewards, particularly through the Fairy Events achievement set which grants 5 enchanted chests plus additional rewards.
Fairy Events Achievement Rewards:
- 5 Enchanted Chests
- Fairy Fence cosmetic
- Pet Shard
- Wish Fountain
Achievement Requirements:
Most tasks involve standard progression activities like opening eggs and harvesting, but one task requires special attention:
| Task | Difficulty | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
Craft Glimmering Sprays | Time-consuming (15 min per craft) | Use Pachysaurus for double procs - counts receiving, not crafting action |
Harvest Glimmering Plants | Easy | Focus during fairy events for maximum glimmering mutations |
Obtain One of Each Pet | Moderate | Trading counts - use alts or trade with other players |
Hatch Various Eggs | Easy | Standard progression activity |
Method 3: Fairy World Shop (Active Grinding)
The Fairy Ferry shop offers direct chest purchases, recently buffed to be much more accessible for active fairy point farmers.
Shop Details:
- Cost: 15,000 fairy points per chest (reduced from 25,000)
- Location: Fairy World ferry dock
- Availability: Subject to restock cooldowns
Fairy Point Requirements:
To afford one chest, you need to complete approximately 2 full fountain cycles (all 5 tiers twice), which requires:
- 1,900 total fountain power (2 × 950 per full cycle)
- Multiple glimmering crops of various rarities
- Active wishing well participation
Efficiency Analysis:
This method works best for players who can actively farm fairy points through:
- Consistent fairy event participation
- High-tier glimmering crop production
- Efficient wishing well task completion
Limiting Factor: Usually fairy point generation rather than shop availability, making this method dependent on active fairy event grinding.
Method 4: Fairy Jar Submission (Best for AFK)
The hidden fourth method involves submitting 100 fairy jars to Lumina NPC for guaranteed enchanted chest rewards - perfect for overnight AFK farming.
Submission Details:
- 100 fairy jars = 1 enchanted chest
- Location: Lumina NPC in Fairy World
- No cooldowns or restrictions
- Unlimited submissions possible
AFK Farming Strategy:
This method shines when combined with overnight fairy net farming:
1. Craft 1000+ fairy nets (30-second cooldown, easy ingredients)
2. Set up auto-clicker near fairy tree in lobby
3. Farm 120-130 fairies per hour during fairy events
4. Wake up to 1000+ fairy jars (8-12 hours of farming)
5. Convert to 8-12 enchanted chests via Lumina
Fairy Net Crafting Requirements:
- Very accessible ingredients from seed shop crops
- 30-second crafting cooldown
- Enhanced by Pachysaurus double procs
- 10-15 minutes to craft 1000+ nets
Why This Works: Fairy jars are the most farmable currency in the game, especially during fairy events when trees spawn fairies every few seconds near spawn areas.
Optimal Farming Strategies by Playstyle
Different playstyles benefit from different method combinations. Here are the optimal strategies for maximizing your Phoenix acquisition rate.
Active Player Strategy (Best Overall Rate)
For players who can actively manage their game throughout the day:
| Method | Priority | Time Investment | Expected Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
Crafting with Pachysaurus | Primary (every 30 min) | 30 seconds per craft | 96 chests/day with double procs |
Fairy Point Shop | Secondary (during active fairy farming) | Active fairy event participation | Variable based on fairy point rate |
Achievement Completion | One-time (complete early) | 2-3 hours total | 5 guaranteed chests + other rewards |
Overnight Fairy Farming | Supplementary (while sleeping) | 15 min setup | 8-12 chests per night |
AFK/Casual Player Strategy
For players with limited active playtime:
| Method | Priority | Setup Time | Maintenance Required |
|---|---|---|---|
Overnight Fairy Farming | Primary (every night) | 15 minutes | Daily net restocking |
Achievement Completion | Early goal | 2-3 hours | One-time only |
Crafting (when online) | When convenient | 30 seconds | Manual every 30 min |
Shop (low priority) | Fairy point surplus only | Minimal | Active fairy farming |
Method Efficiency Comparison
Direct comparison of all four methods to help you choose the best approach for your situation:
| Method | Chests/Hour | Resource Cost | Active Time Required | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Crafting (No Pachysaurus) | 6,000 fairy points | 30 seconds per craft | Steady progression | |
Crafting (Max Pachysaurus) | 6,000 fairy points | 30 seconds per craft | Best active method | |
Fairy Shop | 15,000 fairy points | High (fairy farming) | Fairy point surplus | |
Fairy Jar Submission | 100 fairy jars | 15 min setup | AFK overnight farming | |
Achievements | Time investment | 2-3 hours total | Early boost |
Complete Setup Guide for Maximum Efficiency
Step-by-step setup instructions for implementing the most effective Phoenix farming strategy.
Pachysaurus Optimization Setup
Step 1: Acquire Multiple Pachysaurus
- Hatch or trade for 3-5 Pachysaurus pets
- Focus on getting them to maximum age for 100% double proc
- Use Wisp pets and Wisp Wells for accelerated aging
Step 2: Age Optimization Strategy
- Place all Pachysaurus in your garden during crafting
- Use Blood Hedgehogs (need all 8 for stacking) for additional aging
- Consider age-boosting items from the cosmetic shop
Step 3: Craft Timing
- Set 30-minute reminders for crafting cycles
- Always craft during active play sessions
- Combine with fairy event participation for resource efficiency
Overnight AFK Farming Setup
Step 1: Fairy Net Mass Production
- Craft 1000+ fairy nets (10-15 minutes with Pachysaurus)
- Ingredients are basic seed shop crops
- Stock up on Sunbulb crops, Strawberry seeds, and Harvest Tools
Step 2: Auto-Clicker Positioning
- Position character directly beside fairy tree in main lobby
- Set auto-clicker to click on fairy spawn points
- Ensure character has fairy nets equipped
Step 3: Overnight Execution
- Start during fairy event hours for maximum spawn rate
- Expect 120-130 fairies per hour of active clicking
- 8-hour overnight session = 1000+ fairy jars = 10+ enchanted chests
Step 4: Morning Collection
- Travel to Fairy World
- Find Lumina NPC
- Submit fairy jars in 100-jar increments for chests
Advanced Tips and Considerations
Resource Management:
- Prioritize fairy points for crafting over shop purchases
- Save 15,000+ fairy points before using shop method
- Achievements provide the best immediate value for new players
Timing Optimization:
- Coordinate overnight farming with fairy event schedules
- Use fairy event duration upgrades to extend farming windows
- Plan crafting sessions around active play periods
Alternative Chest Sources:
- Pink orb rewards from Fairy World parkour may occasionally give chests (unconfirmed)
- Focus on confirmed methods rather than random chance rewards
- Complete Wishing Well tasks for additional fairy points
Pet Progression:
- Invest in Wisp Wells early for pet aging (costs 300 captured fairies)
- Consider whether you need one well per Wisp or if wisps can share wells
- Use Pet Calculator to optimize aging strategies
Warning: Phoenix farming is significantly slower than previous meta pets like Corrupted Kitsune. Set realistic expectations and combine multiple methods for best results.