SHIITAKE: Grow Kit Instructions
Learn how to grow Shiitake mushrooms using the Myterra Labs
Bucketful of Flavor: A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Mushrooms in 6 Easy Steps
Delight your taste buds with the exquisite experience of growing your own mushrooms in a bucket! This blog will walk you through a simple and cost-effective method, perfect for beginners, to yield impressive results. Let the mushroom-growing adventure begin!
Supplies Needed:
- A 5-gallon bucket with a lid (consider recycled options like coffee containers)
- A drill with a 3/4 inch drill bit
- Clear packing tape
- Micropore tape
- 4-5 bags of Myterra Labs Woodlovers Blend
- 1 bag of Mushroom Spawn (Learn to make it here)
Once you’ve gathered your supplies, let’s dive into the easy steps:
Step 1: Drill Holes in the Bucket
Use the drill to create small, evenly spaced holes on the sides of the bucket (at least 2 inches apart). These holes serve as air vents and spots for mushroom clusters. Tape over some holes with micropore tape and the rest with clear packing tape, ensuring a proper seal. Clear tape allows you to monitor mycelium growth.
Step 2: Layer the Woodlovers and Spawn in the Bucket
- Fill one-third of the bucket with Myterra Labs Woodlovers substrate.
- Add an even layer of spawn on top.
- Cover with another substrate layer until two-thirds full.
- Apply a second layer of evenly distributed spawn.
Step 3: Cover the Bucket and Incubate
Seal the bucket with its lid tightly and place it in a cool environment away from direct sunlight. For optimal results, choose a humid area for fruiting.
Step 4: Wait for the Mushrooms to Grow
Within a few days, observe white threads forming—the mushroom mycelium. Incubate the bucket in a humid environment. After 2-6 weeks, remove clear tape when mycelium is visible in all holes or when small blobs/pins appear.
Step 5: Harvest the Mushrooms
Once the mushrooms reach a desirable size, cut them at the base with scissors or a sharp knife. Alternatively, twist them out, being mindful not to remove too much substrate.
Step 6: Repeat the Process
After harvesting, add another Woodlovers layer to the bucket. The existing mycelium will inoculate the new substrate, accelerating the growth process.
Growing mushrooms in a bucket is a delightful and straightforward process, offering the reward of home-grown delicacies. With minimal supplies and a dash of patience, you’ll soon savor the flavor of your freshly cultivated mushrooms. Get ready to embark on your mushroom-growing journey!
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Delight your taste buds with the exquisite experience of growing your own mushrooms in a bucket! This blog will walk you through a simple and cost-effective method, perfect for beginners, to yield impressive results. Let the mushroom-growing adventure begin!
Supplies Needed:
- A 5-gallon bucket with a lid (consider recycled options like coffee containers)
- A drill with a 3/4 inch drill bit
- Clear packing tape
- Micropore tape
- 4-5 bags of Myterra Labs Woodlovers Blend
- 1 bag of Mushroom Spawn (Learn to make it here)
Once you’ve gathered your supplies, let’s dive into the easy steps:
Step 1: Drill Holes in the Bucket
Use the drill to create small, evenly spaced holes on the sides of the bucket (at least 2 inches apart). These holes serve as air vents and spots for mushroom clusters. Tape over some holes with micropore tape and the rest with clear packing tape, ensuring a proper seal. Clear tape allows you to monitor mycelium growth.
Step 2: Layer the Woodlovers and Spawn in the Bucket
- Fill one-third of the bucket with Myterra Labs Woodlovers substrate.
- Add an even layer of spawn on top.
- Cover with another substrate layer until two-thirds full.
- Apply a second layer of evenly distributed spawn.
Step 3: Cover the Bucket and Incubate
Seal the bucket with its lid tightly and place it in a cool environment away from direct sunlight. For optimal results, choose a humid area for fruiting.
Step 4: Wait for the Mushrooms to Grow
Within a few days, observe white threads forming—the mushroom mycelium. Incubate the bucket in a humid environment. After 2-6 weeks, remove clear tape when mycelium is visible in all holes or when small blobs/pins appear.
Step 5: Harvest the Mushrooms
Once the mushrooms reach a desirable size, cut them at the base with scissors or a sharp knife. Alternatively, twist them out, being mindful not to remove too much substrate.
Step 6: Repeat the Process
After harvesting, add another Woodlovers layer to the bucket. The existing mycelium will inoculate the new substrate, accelerating the growth process.
Growing mushrooms in a bucket is a delightful and straightforward process, offering the reward of home-grown delicacies. With minimal supplies and a dash of patience, you’ll soon savor the flavor of your freshly cultivated mushrooms. Get ready to embark on your mushroom-growing journey!
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