Think about where these mushrooms grow naturally-in the cool, shady, and cozy corners of a forest.

Here’s what to look for:

• A place that mimics the forest environment: cool, humid, and shaded.
• Avoid direct sunlight-it can dry out your mushrooms and stop them from growing.
• Stay away from air conditioning vents or heaters, as they can create dry or drafty conditions that mushrooms don’t like.
• A spot with good air circulation but not too windy.

Your kitchen counter, a shaded windowsill, or a cozy corner in your home can be perfect!

Remember, mushrooms love a calm, stable environment just like their natural forest homes. Find that spot, and you’re already on your way to starting your very own mushroom farm. Ready to grow? Let’s do this! 🍄

Now that you’ve found the perfect spot, it’s time to invite your mushrooms to start growing!

Just like mushrooms in the wild burst through cracks in tree bark, you’ll help yours get started by making a small opening in the front of your box. This opening tells your mushroom kit, “It’s time to grow!”

Here’s how to do it:

• Take a clean, sharp blade.
• Carefully cut a 3-5cm slit on the front of your box as shown in the product pictures.
• Bonus: Grow 2 clusters at once: Take the grow stick out of your box, fold the lid inwards, and then place the stick back into the box. Now you can cut an opening on the top as well as the front for 2 growths!

That’s it! You’ve just created the perfect doorway for your mushrooms to start their journey. Soon, you’ll see tiny pins (baby mushrooms) peeking out within 1-14 days!

You’re one step closer to your own homegrown harvest. Exciting, isn’t it? Let’s keep going! 🍄

Great job-your mushroom journey is underway! Now, let’s make sure your mushrooms thrive, so you can enjoy a bountiful harvest and even regrow more batches.

1. Keep It Moist (But Not Soaked!)

• Mushrooms love humidity. Mist the cut opening and the surface inside your box with clean water 1–2 times a day to keep it moist, but not soggy.
• Never let the surface dry out-mushrooms won’t grow if it’s too dry, and it’s hard to rehydrate once dried out.

2. Perfect Temperatures for Each Variety

• Pink Oyster & Gold Oyster: These summer varieties thrive in warmer spots, ideally between 20–28°C (68–82°F). They’ll grow fastest and biggest when it’s warm.
• Winter Varieties (like Lion’s Mane): Prefer cooler conditions, around 17–22°C (62–72°F).
• Avoid direct sunlight, heaters, or A/C vents-these can dry out your kit or make temperatures unstable.

3. Watch, Wait, and Harvest

• Tiny “pins” (baby mushrooms) will appear in about 7–14 days, depending on the variety and conditions.
• When your mushrooms look full-sized (like in the product pictures) and the caps start to flatten out, gently twist and pull to harvest, or cut at the base with a clean knife.
• Always harvest before the edges curl up for the best taste and texture. Otherwise spores will drop which will likey reduce the chances of future regrowths from your box.

4. Regrow for More Harvests!

• After your first harvest, maintain the right temperature and humidity.
• To encourage a second (or even third) flush, let the box rest for a few days, then soak the block in cool water for 10–15 minutes, drain well (Let water drip out for 30 mins), and place it back in its spot.
• Most kits will produce 2–3 flushes of mushrooms, with each new crop appearing every 10–20 days after the previous harvest, depending on temperature and care.

5. Tips for Success

• If your home is dry, consider using a small humidifier nearby for the best results.
• Open a window or gently fan the area once a day for fresh air, but avoid strong drafts.
• Share your progress! Snap a photo and tag us-we love to see your mushroom farm in action. (You may even win a free box or two)

With the right care, you’ll enjoy fresh mushrooms in as little as 10 days-and with a little patience, you can harvest 2–3 times from a single box! Happy growing! 🍄

When your box has given you its last harvest (after 2–3 flushes), it’s time to let nature take over. Here’s how to turn your spent mushroom block into a powerful addition to your garden:

1. Break It Up

Gently crumble the remaining mycelium (the white “roots” of your mushrooms) into small pieces.

2. Mix It Into Soil

• For Veggie Patches: Bury the crumbled mycelium 5–10cm deep near your tomatoes, herbs, or leafy greens.
• For Pot Plants: Mix a handful into the soil of your indoor or outdoor plants.

Why This Works

🍄 Symbiotic Magic: Mycelium forms a natural partnership with plant roots, helping them absorb nutrients and water more efficiently.
🌿 Healthier Plants: Your veggies or houseplants will grow stronger, thanks to the mycelium’s underground network.
🍂 Bonus Surprise: In cool, shaded, and moist areas, you might even see wild mushrooms sprouting from the soil!

Pro Tips

• Keep It Damp: Water the soil regularly to keep the mycelium active.
• Shade Is Key: Mushrooms love dark, cool spots under plants or mulch.
• Patience Pays: It can take weeks or even months for mushrooms to appear, but the wait is worth it!

Ready for More Mushrooms?

Why stop at one box? Grow different varieties all year round:

• Summer Kits (Pink/Gold Oysters) for warm kitchens
• Winter Kits (Lion’s Mane, Shiitake) for cooler spaces

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