Unlock the Secrets of Mushroom Kits with Our Expert Guide
We are going to cover everything there is to know about wild mushroom grow kits. For example, what are grow kits, how do grow kits work, proper storage, and how to get the best flushes and yields from them.
What are Mushroom Grow Kits?
Mushroom Grow kits are a simple way to guarantee fresh wild mushrooms. Mushroom growing kits are a pre-colonized “fruiting mushroom block” that has not yet been put into the right conditions to produce fruiting mushrooms.
What is inside a mushroom grow kit?
A mushroom grow bag is normally filled with mushroom substrate which is composed of a hardwood saw dust mixed with around 50-65% water content. Water is always added for proper moisture content in order to maintain successful growth of the mycelium in the mushroom block.
How are Mushroom Kits Made?
At Merry Mushroom Maidens, we mix our substrates with only the highest quality nutrients and mix it all together in a top of the line commercial mixer. We then add 6 lbs. of pre-made Masters Mix mushroom substrate into mushroom grow bags and sterilize the mushroom bags by steaming them for 16-18 hours. Proper sterilization is absolutely crucial. After sterilization, we then double seal the mushroom bags in a 99.9% sterile environment. Finally, we allow them to cool so they can be ready to be packaged in our Merry Mushroom Maidens 6 lb. mushroom grow kit box.
How to use our mushroom growing kits
We designed your mushroom kit to be fun and easy!
Merry Mushroom Maidens grow kits are easy to use with simple instructions printed right on the box. Simply press on the perforated tab inward on the front of your grow kit until you can remove it to expose the mushroom bag. Then cut an X through the mushroom bag exposing mycelium. Don’t worry about cutting into the block. Thoroughly spray the cut area of the bag 2-3 times a day to keep the substrate moist. Please make sure you grow your mushroom grow kits in indirect sunlight at the right temperature parameters as stated on the box. Direct sunlight will stunt the growth of mushrooms and dry the substrate out, killing the mycelium. Also, included in each grow kit is a pre-made humidity dome for dryer climates. We recommend if you do use humidity domes to please make sure you use during the pinning stage. Mushrooms need more air exchange and humidity as they mature. It is also very important to keep your mushroom kit completely away from any kind of fan, including ceiling fans, which will cause your mushroom “fruiting block” to dry out. You can check out our instructional video below.
Check out the instructional video below
Merry Mushroom Maidens wild mushroom grow kit instructions
Proper storage for your grow kit
Got your grow kit shipped from us but not ready to grow it yet? You can always store your grow kits in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 months.
Grow your own Lion’s Mane Mushroom
Grow Kit contains everything you need to grow up to 16 servings of Lion's Mane Mushrooms at home. Includes: Pre-Inoculated Mushroom Substrate and Grow Dome Easy to Grow! Follow the instructions and you'll have a crop of delicious Lion's Mane mushrooms in about 15 - 24 days. Lion’s Mane mushroom kits provide an accessible way for aspiring growers to cultivate this unique and beneficial fungus at home. Known for its striking appearance, resembling a white pom-pom, Lions Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is not only aesthetically pleasing but also offers numerous health benefits, including cognitive enhancement and nerve support. Each kit typically includes everything needed for successful cultivation, such as a pre-filled grow bag containing nutrient-rich substrate colonized and detailed instructions. The substrate is designed to create an ideal environment for the mycelium to thrive and eventually produce fruiting bodies. With proper care, growers can expect to see the first signs of growth within 7-14 days. Overall, Lion’s Mane mushroom kits not only offer a rewarding growing experience but also allow enthusiasts to benefit from this remarkable mushroom's nutritional properties. Whether you're a seasoned grower or a beginner, these kits simplify the process of cultivating this exceptional fungus at home.