Always begin by sanitizing workspace, tools, bags, & gloves.

Step 1: Inoculate

• Shake the syringe to evenly distribute the culture before injecting.

• Inject 5 cc of liquid culture into each grain bag.

• We recommend Pioppino, a delicious gourmet mushroom that grows well in our kits!

Step 2: Colonize

• Let the grain colonize for 10–21 days at 70–75°F.

• Perform a Break n’ Shake at 30% colonization.

• Keep the bag in a clean, dark spot.

• Recommendation: do one more break & shake at ~80%.

Step 3: Fruit

• Once fully colonized, cut a slit above the substrate line for additional FAE.

• Keep the bag in indirect light (a shelf or room with natural light is fine).

• Maintain 70–75°F. This part is a waiting game—be patient.

Step 4: Harvest

• Using clean scissors, cut away the bag, and harvest when caps are near full expansion (just before the veil breaks).

• Twist gently at the base and pull to remove cleanly.

Always begin by sanitizing workspace, tools, bags, & gloves.

Step 1: Inoculate

• Shake the syringe to evenly distribute the culture before injecting.

• Inject 5 cc of liquid culture into each grain bag. We recommend Pioppino, a delicious gourmet mushroom that grows well in our kits!

Step 2: Colonize

• Let the grain colonize for 10–21 days at 70–75°F.

• Perform a Break n’ Shake at 30% colonization.

• Keep the bag in a clean, dark spot.

Step 3: Transfer & Mix

You have two fruiting options: BagTek or TubTek.

• For BagTek, open the substrate bag, add the colonized grain, and mix thoroughly.

• Seal the bag by folding and taping, using bag clips, or using an impulse sealer.

• For TubTek, mix colonized grain spawn and your substrate together into your monotub.

• Gently pack the substrate down, put the lid on, and remain patient.

Step 4: Secondary Colonization

• Let the mycelium colonize the substrate for 10-14 more days at 70–75°F.

Step 5: Fruit

• Once fully colonized, expose to indirect light and maintain 70–75°F.

• Watch your mushrooms begin to grow!