Admin abuse in Grow a Garden is a special event where the game's developers or people with admin powers enter the game to play pranks and create special weather. This can cause plant mutations and provide players with unique visual effects and sometimes free gifts such as special pets. Admin abuse events are usually held about one hour before the weekly game update, typically at 9 AM EST, although this time can vary for special events like the Admin Abuse War, which started at 10 AM EST on August 23, 2025. In summary:
- Admin abuse is a playful event hosted by Grow a Garden admins to create special weather and effects in the game.
- It usually happens one hour before the weekly Saturday update (commonly 9 AM EST).
- During special occasions like the Admin Abuse War, the timing and scale can be larger and start later (e.g., 10 AM EST).
- Players can receive unique items and pets during these events.
Thus, admin abuse occurs regularly before weekly updates and during special events in Grow a Garden.