Gardenscapes Gnome Treasure: How to Reach MAX Tier and Open All Chests

To get the most out of the Gnome Treasure event in Gardenscapes, clear consecutive match-3 levels without failing until the event meter reaches the MAX state, then use the "Open All" option at the start of a long play session. Opening all chests at once secures the full reward pool, but because timed boosters and infinite lives activate instantly, you should only trigger the unlock when you have time to play.

How to Fill the Key Meter to MAX

The Gnome Treasure event runs on a limited-time countdown. Completing main storyline puzzle stages or Golden Cup levels awards event keys that fill the progression gauge. As the gauge fills, it unlocks tiers across the redesigned chest grid until the entire board hits its MAX threshold.

Stage Difficulty	Key Payout	Tactical Approach
Normal Stages	Standard key payout	Rely on natural matches and conserve tactical inventory
Hard Stages	Elevated key payout	Equip pre-game boosters like Bombs or Rainbow Blasts
Super Hard Stages	Maximum key payout	Use Shovels or Rakes to protect your clear streak

Maintaining a win streak speeds up key collection and preserves active streak bonuses like Flint’s Treasure or the Magic Hat. Starting levels with bonus explosives and Rainbow Blasts on the board helps you clear stages on the first attempt, reaching the MAX tier before the countdown timer expires.

Unlocking Chests with "Open All"

Once the meter reaches MAX, the interface allows you to open every chest on the board simultaneously. Using "Open All" deposits the entire prize pool directly into your profile:

Coins: Adds direct currency to your bank for purchasing emergency extra moves on future levels.
Pre-Game Boosters: Restocks your supply of Double Bombs, Rainbow Blasts, and Bomb-plus-Rocket boosters.
Hand Tools: Grants precision tools such as Shovels and Rakes, which clear obstacles without consuming a move.
Timed Infinite Lives and Buffs: Grants periods of unlimited hearts and active board perks, such as double Rainbow Blasts.

Opening single chests early is counterproductive because it disperses resources and risks leaving the top-tier chests locked if the event ends. Wait until the MAX threshold is unlocked so the entire grid is claimed in one batch.

When to Claim Your Rewards

Because timed infinite lives and booster enhancements begin running the second you hit "Open All," claim your chests only when you are prepared to play through multiple stages immediately. Activating these perks right before closing the game wastes the duration of your unlimited lives.

Keep these timing constraints in mind during the event:

Avoid spending coins just for keys: Do not spend 900 or more coins on extra moves merely to keep an event streak alive if the level board is unfavorable. The rewards from the chest may not offset the lost currency.
Watch the event timer: Keys and progression do not carry over between event cycles. Make sure you hit MAX and claim your chests before the event clock runs down to zero.
Use active buffs on difficult stages: Once the chests are open, leverage your unlimited lives and active timed boosters to push aggressively through hard level clusters without the risk of heart depletion.