The Grow Kit XL makes it easy and accessible to grow your own Lion’s Mane mushrooms. Known for its culinary and health benefits, this mushroom has a unique hairy appearance and tastes somewhat like seafood. You don’t have to worry about extra supplies like wood because the set includes everything you need. The growing blocks are already prepared with mold culture, so you can get started right away. Both beginners and experienced growers can easily grow Lion’s Mane with this kit. Just place the blocks in an area with adequate ventilation and proper humidity and watch them grow!

Lion’s mane Growing: A Step-by-Step Guide

Do you dream of growing your own mushrooms at home? With our growing kit for Wig Swamp (Lion’s mane), this is easier than you think. Here is a simple guide to growing, caring for and harvesting this delicious mushroom.

Supplies

• Lion’s mane grow kit.
• Plant sprayer for watering.
• Damp cloth.
• Optional: a bag with holes for optimal humidity.

Growing instructions Lion’s mane grow kit

Introduction: The Wig Mushroom (Lion’s Mane / Hericium Erinaceus) is a delicious and healthy mushroom with a unique taste and texture.
This guide will help you successfully grow Wig Mushrooms with our grow kit.

1. 1. 1. Contents of the grow kit:The grow kit contains substrate consisting of Master’s Mix, a combination of soybean hulls and hardwoods.
         The mycelium of the Pruikzwam is already present in the substrate, it just needs some time to become visible.
      2. Supplies:In addition to the growing kit, you will need a plant sprayer and/or a damp cloth.
         After the slices are, it is recommended to spray daily until mushrooms begin to grow.
      3. Preparation:Remove the culture kit from the box and fold up the bag as shown in photo 1.
         The mycelium of the Pruikzwam often needs a few days to recover from the trip.
         This way, the mycelium can breathe again and complete the last bit of colonization.
         Once you see small white balls forming on the substrate (mini wig mushrooms), it is time to make the slices.
         Make two cuts of about 5 cm in the block, preferably at the spots of the black lines as shown in photo number 2. Then fold the culture set closed again as you received it.
         For this you can use the elastic band provided.
         Place the kit on a clean surface.
         By placing the grow kit on a damp cloth on a plate you will increase the humidity in the immediate vicinity. Make sure the environment in which you place the grow kit is free of drafts.
      4. Care and maintenance:The Pruikzwam needs high humidity and sufficient oxygen to grow well.
         Ideally, humidity should be around 70-80%, but our strain has been selected to grow well even at lower humidity levels.
         Keep the temperature between 18-24°C for optimal growth.
      5. Harvesting:The right time to harvest Whig mushrooms is when the spores have not yet been released.
         This is usually when the “moons,” or tooth-like structures of the fungus, have reached their maximum length and before they begin to discolor or shrivel.
         The fungus then still has a bright white color.
         You can carefully pull the Pruikzwammen off the substrate.
         Try to leave as little residue as possible on the substrate.
         You can expect two harvests from this grow kit, the first being the largest.
         With any luck, there may be a small third harvest, but by then the grow kit will be almost completely exhausted.
         Between harvests, make sure you have enough humidity to encourage a second growth.
      6. Storage:Store harvested Wig mushrooms in a paper bag in the refrigerator.
         They will stay fresh for about a week, but check them regularly for signs of spoilage such as discoloration or an unpleasant odor.
      7. Recipe suggestions:The Whig mushroom is versatile and tasty in a variety of dishes.
         For example, try Wigzwam crab cakes, a delicious and unique way to enjoy this mushroom.

Storage advice

Store your fresh Lion’s mane in a paper bag in the refrigerator. They stay good for about a week.

Note!

Consult your doctor before use if pregnancy, lactation or health conditions are present.