The Garden Game

1980 · BGG

Avg rating

6.02

Bayes rating

5.50

Weight

1.67 (Light)

Players

2-4

Playtime

Ratings count

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Description

Unique English Rummy-style game. What other game has Acts of God, Compost Heaps, and realistic miniature metal garden tools? Plant and score seed packets in your garden plot. Bonus points given for companion planting. Move on a path and draw cards to experience seasonal and other events in the garden. Beautiful components. Best Game of 1984 from British Toys and Hobbies.

Play mode

Competitive

How it plays

Dice rolling Negotiation & trading Set collection & pattern building

Game type

Card game Board game

What it’s about

Nature, animals & the environment Food, farming & craft

Publishers

Publijuego The Garden Game, Ltd.

Designers

Sarah Ponsonby