Raiju Grow a Garden —
Value, Weight & Trade Guide
By GardenCalc Team · Last Updated: · ⚡ Verified current GAG patch
Raiju — Key Stats
Tier
S-Tier
Rarity
Legendary Drop
Super Giant Threshold
Above 9 kg
Super Giant Premium
300–500% above avg
Monthly Searches
8,400 (2nd most searched)
vs. Jandel Value
Comparable at same weight
vs. Jandel Liquidity
Slightly slower
Source
Legendary Egg Hatch
What Is Raiju in Grow a Garden?
Raiju occupies a specific position in the GAG market: it is the high-value S-Tier pet with slightly lower trading volume than Jandel (8,400 vs 19,000 monthly searches) but essentially equivalent value per weight tier. Lower search volume does not mean lower value — it means fewer buyers are actively searching at any given moment. When a Raiju trade does happen, the Sheckle amounts involved are directly comparable to equivalent-weight Jandel transactions.
The important nuance for players holding Raiju: its lower trading volume creates a different market dynamic than Jandel. Finding the right buyer for a Super Giant Raiju may take slightly longer than for an equivalent Jandel — but the price achieved when the right buyer appears is comparable. Patience in Raiju trades is worth more than urgency.
Raiju Hatch Weight Calculator
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Raiju Hatch Weight by Age
Table 1: Raiju Hatch Weight by Age — Two Base Weight Examples
| Age at Hatch | 8 kg Base (Wh) | 10 kg Base (Wh) | Tier (8 kg) | Tier (10 kg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age 0 | 8.80 kg | 11.00 kg | Giant | ✦ Super Giant |
| Age 1 | 8.00 kg | 10.00 kg | Giant | ✦ Super Giant |
| Age 2 | 7.33 kg | 9.17 kg | Giant | ✦ Super Giant |
| Age 3 | 6.77 kg | 8.46 kg | Giant | Giant |
| Age 5 | 5.87 kg | 7.33 kg | Giant | Giant |
| Age 8 | 4.89 kg | 6.11 kg | Large | Giant |
| Age 15 | 3.44 kg | 4.40 kg | Average | Large |
| Age 25 | 2.51 kg | 3.14 kg | Average | Average |
Wh = (11 × Wb) ÷ (A + 10) · Super Giant threshold: above 9 kg · Same formula applies to all GAG pets
Raiju Value & Sheckle Price
Table 2: Raiju Value by Size Tier (estimates)
| Size Tier | Weight Range | Est. Value (Sheckles) | vs Average | vs Jandel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✦ Super Giant | Above 9 kg | 8,000,000–12,000,000 | +300–500% | Comparable |
| Giant | 5–9 kg | 2,800,000–4,000,000 | +40–100% | Comparable |
| Large | 4–5 kg | 2,200,000–2,800,000 | +10–40% | Comparable |
| Average | 2–4 kg | 2,000,000 | Baseline | Comparable |
| Small | 1–2 kg | 1,000,000–1,400,000 | −30–50% | Comparable |
Values are estimates — verify with trade calculator before any trade.
Raiju vs Jandel — Which Should You Trade For?
Table 3: Raiju vs Jandel — Direct Comparison
| Factor | Raiju | Jandel | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly searches | 8,400 | 19,000 | Jandel |
| Value at Super Giant | 3–5× average | 3–5× average | Equal |
| Time to sell (SG) | Slower | Faster | Jandel |
| Price achieved (SG) | Comparable | Comparable | Equal |
| Supply stability | More stable | Drops with updates | Raiju |
| Mutation ceiling | Standard | Standard | Equal |
| Best use case | Hold for right buyer | Sell quickly | Context |
The scenario where Raiju has a specific advantage: periods immediately following patches that increase Jandel supply. When a patch raises Jandel egg drop rates, Jandel supply rises and prices temporarily compress. Raiju, with lower drop frequency, maintains its price more steadily during those windows — making it a useful hedge against Jandel-specific supply shocks.
How to Get Raiju in Grow a Garden
When you obtain a legendary egg, check its base weight before hatching. If the base weight exceeds 8.18 kg, hatching at age 0 guarantees Super Giant classification. Use the calculator on this page to confirm your specific egg's potential before committing to a hatching decision.
Raiju can also be obtained through trading. Its lower demand relative to Jandel means Super Giant Raiju may occasionally be available at slightly better terms than equivalent Jandel — buyers have fewer competing offers to bid against. Use the trade calculator to verify whether any offered Raiju represents fair value before completing the trade.
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Full Guide →Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raiju in Grow a Garden?
Raiju is an S-Tier legendary pet in Grow a Garden with 8,400 monthly searches — the second most searched individual GAG pet after Jandel. Its Sheckle value is determined primarily by hatch weight. A Super Giant Raiju above 9 kg commands 300 to 500 percent more than the same Raiju at average weight. Raiju and Jandel occupy the same S-Tier bracket with comparable per-weight-tier values.
How do I calculate Raiju hatch weight?
Calculate Raiju hatch weight using The GAG Pet Hatch Weight Formula: Wh = (11 × Wb) ÷ (A + 10). Multiply the Raiju egg's base weight by 11, then divide by the egg's age plus 10. Age 0 gives 110 percent of base weight — the maximum. Each additional day reduces the result by approximately 9 percent. Example: a 9 kg base weight egg at age 0 gives 9.9 kg — Super Giant. The same egg at age 2 gives 8.25 kg — Giant.
Is Raiju better than Jandel in Grow a Garden?
Raiju and Jandel are effectively equal in Sheckle value at matched hatch weight tiers — both S-Tier pets with the same thresholds and comparable trade prices. Jandel is better for quick liquidity due to higher buyer demand (19,000 monthly searches vs 8,400). Raiju holds its value more consistently during patches that increase Jandel supply. Neither is categorically better — they serve different trading strategies.
What is a Super Giant Raiju worth?
A Super Giant Raiju — any Raiju hatching above 9 kg — is worth 300 to 500 percent more Sheckles than the same Raiju at average weight. Exact Sheckle values shift with each patch. At Super Giant, Raiju is comparable in value to Super Giant Jandel. The 300 to 500 percent range covers the spread between just above 9 kg (minimum tier premium) and maximum achievable weight from high base-weight eggs.
How rare is a Super Giant Raiju?
Super Giant Raiju are rare because they require both a high base-weight egg and age-0 or early hatching to cross the 9 kg threshold. Community data suggests fewer than 15 percent of Raiju hatches reach Super Giant under standard conditions — comparable to Jandel. Most players miss the age-0 window, permanently reducing hatch weight for borderline eggs. This combination of right base weight and right timing makes Super Giant Raiju genuinely scarce.
Can Raiju have mutations in Grow a Garden?
Yes — Raiju can receive mutations through standard hatching. Mutations stack multiplicatively with hatch weight value: Final Value = Tier Baseline × Weight Multiplier × Mutation Multiplier. A Super Giant Raiju with a Shocked mutation (100×) is worth approximately 400 times the average-weight no-mutation baseline. Use the full pet calculator with both weight and mutation inputs for any mutated Raiju valuation.