I keep forgetting to add updates. Today I planted some peas in the raised beds. I also soaked half of them in water to see how they germinate differently. The propagation box is almost full now. I added some magnolia, fig, creeping thyme, willow and a few others. Most of the seeds I started have now sprouted and are looking 💪🏼. I’ll probably plant out some broccoli and other brassicas soon now that I’ve rebuilt the raised bed cover.

I was also given a whole bunch of stuff for growing mushrooms 🍄‍🟫. You know me, time to learn a new #skill. #Mycology has started to peak my interest as I’ve learned about soil food web. For now I have some “fun” spores. Soon I plan on growing some other types. Have a good night nostrland.

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Are you growing mushrooms in the Ben’s?

Yes they were pre inoculated when I got them

Very interesting

I’m told they’re an easy way for beginners since it’s already pre cooked and sterile. You just simply needle in some spores tape over the hole and wait.

I've grown a variety of ways over the years, and I think it's the best way unless you have a flowhood and want to do agar.

Very interesting to learn thank you both!

I’ve been seeing some with grain in a mason jar. Idk, this is my first run so want to keep it basic. I did the CVG substrate last night so should be able to mix it all today and get her growing out.

Yep, the trick with grain jars is getting the moisture level right. Takes some trial and error. You might loose a few rice bags to contamination but it's also way less work than pressure cooking the jars.

Ah! I see. I did have a couple contaminated bags. I’m going to burry them in the garden since I added a bunch of manure in the fall. Maybe get lucky with some fruits.