The plants from the Herbology course at Hogwarts™

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Set 76474 translates three plants from Hogwarts Herbology lessons into LEGO builds intended both for display and interaction. Brickonaute sees it as a new direction for the Harry Potter range, borrowing the idea of botanical collections and adding a fantasy element. All three reviewers recognise the set’s qualities, but their assessments are tempered by its price. Their observations focus primarily on the build, appearance and value; they do not establish how well it holds up over time.

The build consists of several distinct projects rather than one continuous assembly. The Earl of Bricks enjoys the sense of completion each section provides and considers that the sequence avoids monotony. The reviewer estimates a build time of around three to four hours and considers it suitable for an afternoon. According to zusammengebaut, the seven building stages produce the three plant species, with interesting techniques, particularly for the Mimbulus Mimbletonia. The outlet compares the experience to building other LEGO plants and finds it relaxing.

The technical interest is not considered uniform, however. The Earl of Bricks singles out the Mandrake as the most inventive section; the other plants are pleasant to build but seem less ambitious. Zusammengebaut, meanwhile, highlights the Mimbulus Mimbletonia. These different emphases do not cancel out the reviewers’ agreement that the experience is generally enjoyable: rather, they show that different sections may attract attention for different reasons.

Visually, Brickonaute likes the collection effect: the plants are recognisable and sufficiently different to work together. The names added to the pots give the display a museum-like touch. The Earl of Bricks also appreciates the variety of shapes, colours and containers. The reviewer considers the display better suited to a windowsill or a long shelf than a compact display case, which somewhat limits placement options. Zusammengebaut finds the models attractive, while noting a more cartoon-like style than the films.

The functions also contribute to the set’s identity. Brickonaute likes its small mechanisms, and zusammengebaut finds them amusing. The latter is less convinced by the buildable earmuffs: they sit beside the plant and, in the reviewer’s view, could have been omitted in favour of a lower price. The outlet also notes a small stand with an empty drawer. These details qualify its assessment without undermining the plants’ decorative appeal.

The stickers prompt different reactions. Brickonaute likes the name labels they create on the pots; zusammengebaut, by contrast, feels that applying them slightly detracts from the building experience. For the instructions, only The Earl of Bricks provides a usable assessment: it finds them clear and appreciates the division of the plants into chapters, which makes short building sessions easier. That is not enough to establish a consensus among reviewers, but it is a documented positive point.

Price is the most widely shared reservation. Brickonaute considers €99.99 high for a set without a minifigure, especially compared with other options in the same wave. The Earl of Bricks particularly regrets the absence of Professor Sprout and finds the relationship between price and contents unconvincing. Zusammengebaut considers the price disproportionate, even though it likes the plants visually. In short, the reviewers endorse the idea and building experience more readily than a purchase at the official price. No sufficiently specific observation, however, allows sturdiness to be rated.

Strengths

• Varied, recognisable plants that form a decorative collection.
• A diverse and relaxing build with some interesting techniques.
• Small mechanisms appreciated by the reviewers.
• Clear instructions divided into chapters, according to The Earl of Bricks.

Weaknesses

• The official price is considered too high by all three reviewers.
• The Earl of Bricks misses a Professor Sprout minifigure.
• Some sections seem less inventive than the Mandrake to The Earl of Bricks.
• Zusammengebaut finds the stickers a nuisance during the build.
• The display is less suited to a compact display case, according to The Earl of Bricks.

Where reviewers disagree

Brickonaute likes the name labels created by the stickers, whereas zusammengebaut considers applying them a minor inconvenience during the build. — Brickonaute · zusammengebaut

The Earl of Bricks particularly highlights the inventiveness of the Mandrake, whereas zusammengebaut highlights the interesting techniques used for the Mimbulus Mimbletonia. — The Earl of Bricks · zusammengebaut

Publications consulted

Brickonaute · 2026-05-31

The Earl of Bricks · Date not provided

zusammengebaut · 2026-08-24