{"product_id":"mushroom-magic-masters-mix-bag-5-lbs","title":"Mushroom Magic Master's Mix Bag - 5 lbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e*BGHydro.com stocks many varieties of 'gourmet' mushrooms. If you're looking for other types of mushrooms please check out our friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inoculatetheworld.com\/\"\u003eInoculateTheWorld.com\u003c\/a\u003e and use coupon code \"BGH2000\" for 10% off your purchase!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePremium 5 lb Master’s Mix Mushroom Substrate Bag\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady-to-Use | Super-Pasteurized | 100% Guaranteed to Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupercharge your mushroom harvest with our \u003cstrong\u003e5 lb Master’s Mix Substrate Bags\u003c\/strong\u003e. Formulated using the gold-standard 50\/50 ratio of organic oak hardwood and nutrient-dense soy hulls, this substrate is engineered to give wood-loving mushrooms the exact balance of nitrogen and carbon they need for massive flushes and fast colonization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery bag comes \u003cstrong\u003esuper-pasteurized and hydrated to field capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e, taking the mess, prep time, and sterilizing stress out of your growing setup. Just mix in your grain spawn and let science do the rest!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% Growth Guarantee:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your bag fails to colonize due to substrate defect, we’ll replace it—period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-Bagged \u0026amp; Vacuum-Sealed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each substrate bag is placed in an extra protective outer bag and vacuum-sealed to lock in freshness and guarantee zero contamination during shipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold Standard 50\/50 Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from 100% natural, premium oak hardwood sawdust\/pellets and soy hulls.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Hydrated \u0026amp; Super-Pasteurized:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mixed to optimal field capacity and heat-treated to ensure a sterile, clean starting environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-Duty Filter Patch Bags:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inner bag includes a 0.5-micron filter patch to allow optimal gas exchange while keeping contaminants out during colonization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable Mushroom Species\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster’s Mix is ideal for high-yielding \u003cstrong\u003ewood-decaying gourmet and medicinal mushrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLion’s Mane\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eHericium erinaceus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOyster Mushrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e (Blue, Pearl, Pink, Golden\/Yellow, and King Oyster)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChestnut Mushrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReishi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePioppino\u003c\/strong\u003e (Black Poplar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShiitake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Much Grain Spawn to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaster’s Mix can be successfully inoculated using a spawn-to-substrate ratio anywhere between \u003cstrong\u003e1:3\u003c\/strong\u003e (for fast colonization and maximum contamination resistance) and \u003cstrong\u003e1:20\u003c\/strong\u003e (to stretch your spawn as far as possible):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 2px solid #ccc; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eSpawn Ratio\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eGrain Spawn Needed (per 5 lb bag)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1:3\u003c\/strong\u003e (High)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e~1.67 lbs (~27 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eFastest colonization speed; minimizes risk of contamination.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1:5 to 1:10\u003c\/strong\u003e (Standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.5 lbs to 1 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eOptimal balance between speed, cost, and spawn efficiency.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1:20\u003c\/strong\u003e (Extended)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003e0.25 lbs (4 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px;\"\u003eMaximizing spawn efficiency (requires strict sterile practice).\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cblockquote style=\"border-left: 4px solid #ccc; margin: 15px 0; padding-left: 15px; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend a \u003cstrong\u003e1:3 to 1:5 ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e (~1 lb to 1.7 lbs of spawn per 5 lb bag) for beginner growers to ensure rapid colonization and outrun potential contaminants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Practices for Growing Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWork Clean:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean your hands, gloves, and workspace thoroughly with 70% isopropyl alcohol before opening your substrate or grain spawn bags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInoculate:\u003c\/strong\u003e In a clean room, Still Air Box (SAB), or in front of a Laminar Flow Hood, open the bag and break up your fully colonized grain spawn. Pour the spawn into the substrate bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMix Well:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reseal the bag (using an impulse sealer, zip tie, or heavy tape) and thoroughly mix the grain spawn throughout the substrate so colonization happens evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncubate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store the bag in a dark, clean area at room temperature (68°F–75°F \/ 20°C–24°C) until fully white and colonized.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut slits or an \"X\" in the bag to expose to fruiting conditions (high humidity and fresh air exchange).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Used Fresh:\u003c\/strong\u003e For optimal performance, use your Master’s Mix within \u003cstrong\u003e2 to 4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-Term Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep uninoculated bags in a cool, dark, and dry room away from direct sunlight and dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-Term Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you need to store your bags for longer than 3 weeks before use, keep them in the refrigerator (35°F–40°F) to maintain freshness and prevent premature breakdown. 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