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At Home Lions Mane Grow Kits

Ready to experience the magic of growing your own gourmet mushrooms at home? Our Lion’s Mane Fruiting Block Kit makes it easy for anyone—whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a complete beginner—to grow fresh, delicious lion’s mane mushrooms right on your kitchen counter.

Each kit contains a fully colonized 5-pound lion’s mane mushroom block that’s already “alive” and ready to start producing. All you need to do is make a small cut in the bag, mist it with water a couple of times a day, and watch as clusters of fluffy, white mushrooms begin to form in just 7–14 days.

What to Expect:

Fast Results: Lion’s mane grows quickly, with the first harvest ready in as little as 2 weeks.
Multiple Harvests: Each block produces 2-3 flushes of mushrooms with proper care.
Fresh, Gourmet Quality: Lion’s mane has a meaty, crab-like texture and a mild, savory flavor that’s perfect for sautéing, roasting, or making into a “crab cake” style dish.
Beginner-Friendly: No green thumb required—just mist, wait, and harvest!

Ideal For:

Home cooks who want to try something unique and delicious.
Foodies who appreciate fresh, farm-to-table ingredients.
Anyone looking for a fun, hands-on growing experience.

What’s Included

1 fully colonized 5-pound lion’s mane mushroom block (sealed in its growing bag)

What You’ll Need

A spray bottle filled with clean water
A plate or tray (to catch any drips)
A clean knife or scissors
A well-lit spot with indirect light (a kitchen counter or windowsill works great)
Patience and curiosity!

Step 1: Prepare Your Block

Keep the mushroom block inside the plastic bag—don’t remove it.
Flip the block upside down so the filter patch (white square) is now on the bottom.
- This helps prevent airflow through the filter, encouraging mushrooms to grow from your cut.
With a clean knife or scissors, make a single curved slit (3–4 inches) or an “H”-shaped cut on one side of the bag.
- This is where your mushrooms will start to grow.

Step 2: Find the Right Location

Place the block on a plate or tray to catch drips.
Choose a spot with indirect sunlight (never direct sun).
Ideal temperature range: 60–75°F.

Step 3: Create a Humid Environment

Mist the cut area 2–3 times daily with your spray bottle to keep it moist but not soaking wet.
If your home is dry, you can drape a loose plastic bag (with a few holes for airflow) over the block to help retain humidity.

Step 4: Watch for Pins

In 5–10 days, you’ll see tiny white bumps or “pins” forming. These are baby mushrooms.
Once pins appear, continue misting around (not directly on) them to avoid waterlogging.

Step 5: Harvest Your Mushrooms

Lion’s mane is ready to harvest when the “spines” or “teeth” are long and visible (about ¼ inch) and the mushroom is fluffy and bright white.
If the tips start turning yellow, harvest immediately.
Use a clean knife to cut the cluster off at the base.

Step 6: Second and Third Harvests

After the first harvest, let the block rest for 7–10 days while lightly misting it to keep it from drying out.
To start a second flush, make a new cut on a different side of the bag and repeat the process.
With proper care, your block can produce 2–3 flushes of mushrooms.

Troubleshooting

Dry or cracked block? Mist more often or use a humidity tent (plastic bag with holes).
Mushrooms look fuzzy? They need more fresh air—move them to a better-ventilated area.
Pale mushrooms? They may need more indirect light.

Storage and Cooking Tips

Store fresh mushrooms in a paper bag in the fridge for up to a week.
For best flavor, cook lion’s mane like seafood—tear into chunks and sauté with butter or olive oil.
They’re amazing for “vegan crab cakes,” stir-fries, or roasted dishes.

Have Questions?

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