Why?
Every mushroom box plays a part in spreading the mycelium that heals the soil, breaks down pollutants & grows natural medicinal food abundantly in nature.
WE'RE ON A MISSION TO GROW MUSHROOMS
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Check out our simple 5 step process below!
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The 5 step mushroom growing program
WHERE TO PUT YOUR BOX
These mushrooms grow in a forest. So you'll want to recreate a similar environment for them to grow. Think shade, fresh air and humidity.
I use my kitchen counter. With a small humidifier nearby.
Step 1
Use a clean blade to cut to cut an opening for mushrooms to grow
STEP 2
Wait patiently for mushrooms to begin growing. They can take between 1 & 21 days.
Step 3
Once you see growth, care for your mushrooms. If they're dry, lightly mist them with water or turn a nearby humidifier on. If theyre growing long stems, consider opening a window from more fresh air.
step 4
once the mushrooms are mature, twist and pull them off immediatly. Dont let them grow old enough to drop spores as that'll prevent future growth!
Example of a mature mushroom, ready for harvest:
WILL IT REGROW?
The Mushroom Box is guaranteed to grow once, however each box is able to regrow mushrooms 2-3 times over 2 months if:
1. You harvested the first batch before spores dropped.
2. Their environment is ideal (clean, shaded, ventilated)
Allow for the mycelium to breathe for 1-3 weeks after harvest before the next growth begins.
If theres no movement after 4 weeks, proceed to step 5.
Step 5: spread the mycelium
Bury the spent mycelium in your garden in a shady, humid spot nearby a tree stump or wood mulch.
The mycelium will consume the wood and continue growing in months to come!
By spreading the mycelium you're helping heal the soil, break down pollutants and spread the growth of wild medicine in your local forests!
It's the gift that keeps on giving.
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what to look out for
Sporulation
Its very important that you harvest your mushrooms while they're young. Once they pass their peak, their spores drop.
They lose flavor, color & the willingness to regrow.
So do yourself a favour & harvest them while young for best results!
what to look out for
Green Mould
Here’s What to do If you see mold growing on your mushroom box. it’s important to act quickly.
We recommend moving directly to Step 5 to help address the issue before it spreads. Mold can appear when the mycelium has weakened after producing mushrooms. It may also develop from airborne spores settling on the box.
How to prevent mold contamination:
Make sure to maintain proper airflow and humidity as outlined in the care instructions.
Avoid overwatering, as excess moisture encourages mold growth.
Keep your growing environment clean and free from dust and spores.
If you spot green mold on your mushroom box before your first flush, please contact us immediately at info.mushroombox@gmail.com. We’re here to help and will arrange a replacement code for you.