As a Tarnished wandering the Lands Between, I've always been fascinated by the power of Spirit Ashes. These spectral allies can turn the tide in the most desperate of battles, offering a sliver of hope against the demigods and horrors that rule this broken world. However, to truly unlock their potential and bring them to their maximum +10 power, one requires the rarest of materials: Great Grave Glovewort. In the base game, these were frustratingly scarce, a mere six scattered across the entire map. Thankfully, the monumental Shadow of the Erdtree expansion, released a couple of years ago, has been a game-changer, effectively doubling the total available and allowing me to experiment with powerful new summons like the Fire Knight and the Dancing Lion without the constant fear of wasting a precious resource. This is my comprehensive guide, updated for 2026, to tracking down every single one of these elusive blooms.

The DLC Bounty: Shadow of the Erdtree Locations

Most of the new Great Grave Glovewort are concentrated in the hauntingly beautiful yet deadly Cerulean Coast. Exploring this area feels like a treasure hunt, with many of the items hidden in or on massive, foreboding stone coffins.

1. Shadow Keep

My first stop in the DLC was the imposing Shadow Keep. From the Church District Entrance Site of Grace, I simply headed left and made a series of careful jumps across wooden logs to reach a platform holding the Glovewort. A word of caution: if you've progressed far enough to drain the moat's water, the logs collapse. Don't despair! You can still retrieve it by dropping into the circular courtyard below, though be prepared for an unwelcome reception from a particularly aggressive Ulcerated Tree Spirit.

2. Charo’s Hidden Grave

True to its name, this spot is easy to miss. From the Grand Altar of Dragon Communion, I climbed over the colossal carcass of an ancient dragon. Once in the area, I found the Site of Grace and looked south. There, embedded in the cliff face, was a giant coffin. A leap of faith landed me right on top of the Great Grave Glovewort. This spot also serves as a perfect launch point to drop down into the Cerulean Coast proper.

3. Cerulean Coast: Miquella's Cross

This is perhaps the easiest grab in the DLC. From the Cerulean Coast Cross Site of Grace (marked by one of Miquella's enigmatic crosses), I headed northeast. Right on the beach's edge, a massive stone coffin hangs precariously. A quick hop down and a walk to its end yielded my prize. It's surprisingly easy to overlook if you're not scanning every inch of the coastline.

4. Cerulean Coast: Fingercreeper Beach

Just a short trek north from the previous location, this area is less serene. The beach is patrolled by those terrifying Fingercreepers. Ignoring them (or fighting through), I continued north until the Finger Ruins of Rhia came into view. Instead of proceeding, I took a sharp left to find yet another stone coffin, with the Glovewort waiting at its summit.

5. Cerulean Coast: Secret Tunnel

This one requires a bit of spelunking. Starting at the Cerulean Coast West Site of Grace, I traveled southeast until I found a dead tree guarded by a Cemetery Shade. On the nearby cliff was a cave entrance. The tunnel inside forks; going west leads to the Southern Nameless Mausoleum, but going east brought me to the inaccessible base of another giant coffin. The Glovewort was, predictably, at the top.

6. Cerulean Coast: Demi-Human Queen Marigga

Northeast of the Cerulean Coast West grace, a complex ravine system awaits. Taking the western branch led me to Demi-Human Queen Marigga. While she's considered a relatively straightforward field boss, her small army of subjects can be bothersome. After dispatching her, the giant coffin looming behind her became accessible. I scaled the jagged rocks at its base and claimed the Glovewort from the top.

The Base Game Classics

While the DLC added plenty, the original six locations remain crucial for any player looking to max out pre-DLC Spirit Ashes like Mimic Tear or Black Knife Tiche.

7. Giant-Conquering Hero's Grave

This was likely the first Great Grave Glovewort I ever found. The dungeon itself is accessed from the Mountaintops of the Giants. Inside, after following the main path and encountering a troll, I jumped down from a bridge right in front of it. Below, a Prelate enemy stood guard. Victorious, I harvested the Glovewort directly from a plant—a rare treat, as most are item pickups.

8. Consecrated Snowfield Catacombs

Hidden in the eastern fog of the Consecrated Snowfield, this dungeon is a goldmine, containing two Great Grave Gloveworts. They are not found in the world but are the reward for defeating the dungeon's boss, the Putrid Grave Warden Duelist. The irony of using a Spirit Ash to defeat the boss that drops the material to upgrade Spirit Ashes was not lost on me. It's a perfect testing ground for your un-upgraded favorites.

9. Crumbling Farum Azula: Crumbling Beast Grave Depths

This ancient, storm-battered city is endgame territory. From the Crumbling Beast Grave Depths Site of Grace, I moved to the adjacent room's balcony and jumped onto the roof on the right. This precarious path led to an upper area swarming with enemies, all guarding a single Great Grave Glovewort. I highly recommend bringing a powerful, already-upgraded Spirit Ash here; areas like this and the upcoming Godskin Duo fight are where they prove their worth.

10. Crumbling Farum Azula: Dragon Temple

The final base-game location is a platforming test. From the Dragon Temple Site of Grace, I turned around and looked down at the architecture below. A carefully angled jump onto a staircase is key—clipping the platform above means a fatal fall. An alternate route involves backtracking to find a hole that drops you into the same hallway. From there, I took the right staircase to a balcony, jumped to a floating pillar, climbed a ladder, and finally entered a room housing the last Glovewort. A word of warning: skeleton enemies spawn the moment you pick it up, so be ready to fight or flee immediately!

Strategic Upgrading in 2026

With a total of twelve Great Grave Glovewort now available, the strategy for upgrading has shifted from extreme conservation to thoughtful experimentation. My personal approach in this new era is:

1. Priority #1: The Mimic Tear. Even after all the new DLC spirits, its ability to clone your build remains uniquely powerful.

2. DLC Powerhouses: The Fire Knight for relentless aggressive pressure and the Dancing Lion for its versatile elemental attacks are my top picks from the expansion.

3. Situational Specialists: Upgrading a niche spirit like the Greatshield Soldier Ashes for holding boss aggro or the Black Knife Tiche for her percentage-based health drain can trivialize specific challenges.

The journey to collect all Great Grave Glovewort is a microcosm of the Elden Ring experience itself: challenging, exploration-driven, and immensely rewarding. Knowing that I can now fully upgrade multiple Spirit Ashes allows me to tailor my approach to every encounter, transforming these spectral companions from a temporary crutch into a cornerstone of my strategy as I continue to unravel the mysteries of the Lands Between and the Land of Shadow. The expanded availability means that in 2026, more builds and playstyles than ever can benefit from a max-level ally by their side.