Lion's Mane Mushroom Grow Kit Overview

Out Grow's Lion's Mane Mushroom Grow Kit is designed for simplicity and efficiency, catering to both novices and experienced cultivators. The kit contains a large 6.5lb block of pre-inoculated substrate, packaged in a specially designed box with a perforated front panel for controlled fruiting. Detailed instructions are included to ensure a clear understanding of the process, from the initial setup to the harvesting of your mushrooms.

Step-by-Step Cultivation Process

Embark on your cultivation journey with ease, starting with the removal of the perforated panel on the box's front to allow light exposure to the substrate. With a simple cut into the plastic bag now visible, the fruiting phase is initiated. The grow block requires an initial overnight soaking, which is crucial for full hydration. Once soaked and dried, the block is returned to the box, cut-side out, to start the growth phase.

Regular misting of the exposed substrate is essential, with 4-5 sprays twice daily to maintain optimal humidity. These conditions are vital for the emergence of 'pins', which you will typically see within 1 to 2 weeks, indicating the beginning of mushroom development.

Ideal Growth Conditions

To achieve optimal results, the kit should be placed in an area with warm ambient temperatures, away from direct sunlight and drafts. This mimics the mushrooms' natural growing conditions, promoting a healthy and prolific yield. The kit's design ensures that light reaches only the necessary areas, avoiding any detrimental effects on the growth process.

Growth Phases and Timelines of Your Lion's Mane Mushrooms

The journey of cultivating Lion's Mane mushrooms with our grow kit follows a defined timeline that allows for planning and anticipation of each growth phase. From the moment you initiate the growth process through the initial cut and soaking of the grow block, you can expect to witness the appearance of 'pins'—the early stages of mushroom development—within 1 to 2 weeks. These pins are the precursors to your Lion's Mane mushrooms and signal that the kit is properly incubating your future harvest.

Once pinning occurs, the mushrooms will require an additional 4 to 5 weeks of growth to reach full maturity. During this period, regular misting is crucial to maintain the moisture that Lion's Mane mushrooms thrive on. By providing this consistent care, the mushrooms will develop fully, resulting in a bountiful and rewarding harvest. This extended growth period allows the intricate, tooth-like structures of the Lion's Mane to form, which are characteristic of this gourmet variety.

Harvesting and Post-Harvest Care

Harvesting your mushrooms at the right time is key. The kit provides an easy harvest experience, with mushrooms typically ready to be picked a few weeks after the pins appear. Post-harvest, the substrate block can be rehydrated to encourage further flushes, maximizing your yield.

Reusability and Multiple Harvests

The Lion's Mane Mushroom Grow Kit is not a one-time experience; it is designed to be reused, allowing for several harvests from a single purchase. Following the initial harvest, the grow block is to be submerged once more, which rehydrates and prepares it for a second flush. It typically takes a couple of weeks for new pins to emerge after this soaking process. Once you observe the new pins, the mushrooms will need an additional 4 to 5 weeks to reach full maturity, culminating in a second harvest.