Mushroom Grow Kits | Ready-to-grow

Mushroom grow kits provide the fastest, most reliable way to grow gourmet mushrooms at home. Our ready-to-fruit mushroom blocks contain fully colonized substrate requiring only proper environmental conditions to produce mushrooms. Each kit arrives completely colonized with mushroom mycelium and ready for immediate fruiting. Select from oyster mushroom grow kits, lion's mane mushroom grow kits, shiitake mushroom kits, and other varieties based on your growth requirements.

About Our Mushroom Grow Kits

Our ready-to-fruit mushroom blocks and bags contain fully colonized substrate requiring minimal maintenance. Each mushroom grow kit includes detailed instructions and is ready to produce mushrooms shortly after arrival. Simply place in a suitable location, cut an opening in the plastic, and mist regularly to maintain moisture. Most kits produce multiple harvests over 2-3 months when maintained correctly.

Oyster Mushroom Varieties

  • Blue Oyster Mushroom Grow Kit - Our most popular variety for beginners, producing clusters of blue-gray caps with excellent flavor.
  • White Pearl Oyster Mushroom Grow Kit - Fast-growing variety with white caps and delicate, mild flavor.
  • Pink Oyster Mushroom Grow Kit - Vibrant pink caps with a seafood-like flavor and meaty texture.
  • Yellow/Golden Oyster Mushroom Grow Kit - Bright yellow clusters with nutty, mild flavor.
  • Phoenix Oyster Mushroom Grow Kit - Heat-tolerant variety with tan to brown caps and robust flavor.
  • King Blue Oyster Mushroom Grow Kit - Produces larger caps than standard blue oysters with excellent texture.
  • King Trumpet Oyster Mushroom Grow Kit - Thick, meaty stems with small caps and savory flavor.

Medicinal Mushroom Varieties

  • Lion's Mane Mushroom Grow Kit - White, shaggy mushrooms with seafood-like flavor and cognitive health benefits.
  • Reishi Mushroom Grow Kit - Reddish-brown shelf fungus grown primarily for medicinal tea and extracts.
  • Antler Reishi Mushroom Grow Kit - Unique antler-shaped growth form of reishi with similar medicinal properties.
  • Turkey Tail Mushroom Grow Kit - Colorful, fan-shaped mushrooms valued for immune support.

Gourmet Specialty Varieties

  • Shiitake Mushroom Grow Kit - Classic brown caps with white stems and rich, earthy flavor.
  • Maitake (Hen of the Woods) Mushroom Grow Kit - Feathery, clustered growth with earthy flavor and immune-supporting properties.
  • Pioppino Mushroom Grow Kit - Small brown caps with slender stems and nutty, mild flavor.

Basic Growing Instructions

  1. Remove mushroom grow kit from packaging and place in fruiting location away from direct sunlight.
  2. Cut X-shaped opening (2-3 inches) in plastic where mushroom pins appear or where indicated.
  3. Mist 2-3 times daily to maintain moisture on the block surface.
  4. Ensure some fresh air circulation in growing area.
  5. Harvest when mushrooms reach full size but before edges begin to curl up or drop spores.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

No Mushrooms Appearing After Two Weeks
If no mushroom pins form within 14 days, increase misting frequency. Ensure the growing block remains moist but not saturated. Place a clear plastic bag loosely over the kit to increase humidity if your home is dry.

Thin, Stretched Mushrooms
Long, thin mushrooms with small caps indicate insufficient fresh air. Ensure growing area has some air movement. Opening a window briefly or using a small fan on low setting nearby can help.

Dry Growing Block
If growing block appears dry, increase misting frequency. The block should look moist but not soaking wet. Misting 2-3 times daily is typically sufficient.

Mold Growth
Green, black, or bright-colored spots indicate mold contamination. Remove contaminated mushroom kits immediately from growing area. White, fuzzy growth is usually normal mycelium and not a concern.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do mushroom grow kits last before use?
Refrigerate unopened kits for up to 14 days if not starting immediately. Once opened, maintain regular misting schedule.

What equipment do I need for successful growth?
Only a spray bottle for misting is essential. No special lighting or equipment is required.

How many harvests can I expect from one kit?
Most mushroom growing kits produce 2-3 harvests. Yield decreases with each harvest. Allow the block to rest for 10-14 days between harvests.

Do mushrooms need special lighting?
No, mushrooms don't require special lighting. Normal indoor lighting or indirect daylight is sufficient for all varieties.

Where should I place my mushroom kit?
Place your kit in an area away from direct sunlight with normal room temperature. Kitchens and bathrooms often work well due to naturally higher humidity.

How do I know when to harvest my mushrooms?
Harvest oyster varieties when the caps are fully open but before the edges start to curl upward. Harvest lion's mane when the "teeth" are well-formed. Harvest shiitake when the caps are fully opened but before they flatten completely.