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Lions Mane Grow Kit Instructions

Hericium erinaceus

Lions Mane Grow Kit Instructions


No Humidity Tent Required on East Side of Island or Humid Areas


Note: If you're located in an area with lots of humidity, you do not need a humidity tent.

Simply place your mushroom kit in a cool, dark, and draft-free area- such as a kitchen or garage.

To encourage a humid microclimate, place a tray or plate with approximately ½ inch of standing water near the kit. This will help maintain the necessary moisture around the block.


Before You Begin

  • Wait until the block is fully colonized before cutting.

  • Lion's Mane mycelium can be faint.

  • Monitor the block carefully. When the mycelium has visibly spread to cover the entire substrate, it's time to proceed.

  • Colonization may take several weeks depending on temperature and humidity. Be patient and observe daily.

 Step-by-Step Instructions


1. Cut Open the Grow Bag

• Using a clean, sharp knife or scissors, cut along the pre-drawn line on the grow bag.


2. Remove Excess Air

• Gently squeeze out all air from the grow bag.


3. Tape the Bag

  • Secure the bag by taping it down so that no air remains inside.

  • Note: If air is left inside, mushrooms may start growing within the bag instead of outside.

4. (If Using) Prepare the Humidity Tent

  • Roll up the base of the humidity tent once or twice for added stability.

  • Position the kit with the cut/slash facing upwards, and place the humidity tent over it.

5. Mist Daily

• Remove the humidity tent and mist the inside with clean water from a spray bottle

2-3 times per day.


6. Avoid Direct Spraying

Do not spray the mushrooms directly, especially once they begin to emerge.

  • You should see condensation inside the tent at all times to maintain adequate humidity.

7. Harvesting Time

• When the spines (icicle-like growths) reach about 2 cm in length, your Lion's Mane is ready to harvest!


8. After Harvest

  • Remove all mushroom flesh from the block.

  • Resume misting the inside of the tent.

  • A second flush should occur within 1-2 weeks.
    Enjoy Your Lion's Mane!

Lion's Mane mushrooms are delicious and versatile. Try them:

  • Stir-fried

  • Battered and deep-fried

  • In soups

  • As faux crab cakes

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