Introduction to Growing Mushrooms 101 - Complete Instructions
When it comes to mushroom cultivation, having the right substrate is key. With the KLEAR Magic | All-In-One Mushroom Grow kit - 3lbs, available at www.klearmagic.com, you can experience optimal mushroom growth without the hassle of sourcing and mixing your own substrate.
Preparation and Tools Needed:
- KLEAR Magic | All-In-One Mushroom Grow kit - 3lbs: Sterilized grain spawn and pasteurized substrate in a 3:2 ratio.
- Premium Spores - Mushroom spore syringe or liquid culture syringe.
- Isopropyl alcohol or another disinfectant.
- Sterile gloves.
- Clean workspace, such as a lab bench or kitchen counter.
- A large plastic tub for fruiting (growing) mushrooms (future step).
Step-by-step Instructions:
- Inoculation:
- Clean your workspace using a disinfectant and wear sterile gloves.
- Clean gown if possible
- Flow hoods are recommended.
- Prepare your KLEAR Magic All-In-One Mushroom Grow bag by lightly spraying the bag with alcohol and wiping with the bag with a rag or use a large alcohol wipe.
- Wipe the self-healing injection port of the bag with isopropyl alcohol.
- Shake the spore or liquid culture syringe to distribute the contents evenly.
- Inject 1-2 ml of the spore or liquid culture solution into the port.
- Removing the syringe will reseal the self-healing injection port.
- Growing:
- Store the inoculated KLEAR Magic All-In-One Mushroom Grow bag with a KLEAR Magic Grown Heating pad to maintain optimal temperature of 85°F. Or you can store your Inoculated All-In-One Mushroom Grow bag in a warm, dark place, ideally between 75°F and 85°F.
- After one to two week, you should observe mycelium growth. If no growth is evident after two weeks, consider restarting the process.
- Maintaining:
- Regularly inspect the bag for any signs of contamination.
- The advanced 1.5"x1.5" 0.2-micron filter technology in the KLEAR Magic All-In-One Mushroom Grow bag ensures proper gas exchange, creating a healthy environment for the mushroom spawn.
- Transplanting into a Grow Tub:
- Once fully colonized, move the contents of your KLEAR Magic All-In-One Mushroom Grow bag to a larger plastic tub for fruiting
- Maintain optimal moisture and light conditions to promote mushroom growth – provide examples of optimal moisture and light conditions.
- A chart would be helpful showing Lighting conditions and moisture by mushroom species.
- Complete grow in KLEAR Magic All-In-One Mushroom Grow bag
- If you were planning to complete the fruiting process inside the KLEAR Magic All-In-One Mushroom Grow bag complete the following steps
- Maintain optimal moisture and light conditions to promote mushroom growth – provide examples of optimal moisture and light conditions.
- A chart would be helpful showing Lighting conditions and moisture by mushroom species.
- Harvesting:
- Harvest from a tub the mushrooms when they are fully grown, ensuring they are handled gently to maintain their structure.
- Harvesting from bag
Conclusion:
With the KLEAR Magic Pasteurized Mushroom Substrate Grain Bag - 3lbs, mushroom cultivation becomes an efficient and rewarding process. This carefully balanced mix ensures an ideal growth environment, making it a top choice for both beginners and experienced growers alike. Experience the magic of mushroom cultivation with KLEAR Magic today!