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Back to the Roots Organic Mini Mushroom Grow Kit, Harvest Gourmet Oyster Mushrooms In 10 days, Top Gardening Gift, Holiday Gift, & Unique Gift
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Plant or Animal Product Type | Mushroom |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Brand | Back to the Roots |
Material Feature | GMO Free, Organic |
Color | Beige |
Special Feature | organic |
Expected Blooming Period | Year Round |
Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
Sunlight Exposure | Partial Sun |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
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- 100% ORGANIC AND NON-GMO: There's no need to worry about intoxicants that may hinder your plant's growth because the Back to the Roots Mushroom Growing Kit is completely organic and not genetically modified; You can cook them however you want or add them to your favorite dishes
- GROW YOUR PLANT ALL YEAR-ROUND: This organic mushroom indoor kit allows you to grow your own crop all-year round; Just place the box near a window with indirect light, mist twice a day, and you'll see delicious, beautiful mushrooms growing within a week; Included in this kit is an organic plant-based soil infused with mushroom spawn and a booklet with instructions
- CONVENIENT AND EASY: Mushrooms are one of the easiest to grow indoors; All you need to do is open, spray daily with the included mister, and in 10 days you'll be harvesting your own mushrooms right out of the box; Each crop produces three to four servings of mushrooms, and each box can grow up two crops
- THE PERFECT GIFT: The perfect holiday gift, it comes in a beautiful packaging so that it's ready to be given to foodie, garden-loving and eco-conscious friends and family; This kit is also part of our Grow One Give One campaign, simpy share a picture on social media, tag us and use the campaign hashtag, and we'll donate a kit to a classroom of your choice
- GUARANTEED TO GROW: Made in the USA and 100% Guaranteed to grow. If you are not satisfied, simply message us and we will send you a Back To The Roots replacement
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Plant or Animal Product Type | Mushroom |
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Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Brand | Back to the Roots |
Material Feature | GMO Free, Organic |
Color | Beige |
Special Feature | organic |
Expected Blooming Period | Year Round |
Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
Sunlight Exposure | Partial Sun |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Expected Planting Period | year round |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 3;4;5;6;7;8 |
Number of Pieces | 1 |
Product Dimensions | 3.8 x 4.8 x 7.1 inches |
Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
Department | Unisex-Adult |
Manufacturer | Back to the Roots |
ASIN | B00TUYGRU4 |
Country of Origin | USA |
Item model number | 1102 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,806 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #6 in Plant Germination Kits |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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The best way to prepare a dish is to cook with the freshest ingredients, and what better way to do that than by growing your own! You can start by growing your own mushrooms. The Back to the Roots Organic Mushroom Grow Kit is the easiest way to grow your own organic and gourmet mushrooms at home! Just open, spray daily with the included mister, and in 10 days you'll be harvesting your own mushrooms right out of the box. The best part is you can grow a crop of mushrooms indoors all-year round right by your windowsill, and it'll keep growing fresh in any season. Each crop of mushrooms from our growing kit can produce 3 to 4 servings, and each box can grow up to two crops. Cook them however you like whether sauteed or grilled, or you can just add them into your favorite dishes like pasta. As part of our #GrowOneGiveOne campaign, do share a picture of your own crop, use the hashtag and tag us on social media, and we'll donate a kit to a classroom of your choice! Our mushroom growing kit for planting are organic, made in the USA, and 100% guaranteed to grow. If doesn't grow as described, simply message us and we'll send a replacement.
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Easy to grow | 3.8 | 3.6 | 4.0 | 3.7 | 4.2 |
Flavor | 3.7 | 4.1 | 3.8 | 3.8 | 4.4 |
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Giftable | 3.7 | 3.7 | 3.6 | — | — |
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type | Mushroom | Oyster Mushroom Growing Kit | Vegetable | Mushroom | mushroom |
weight | 0.01 ounces | — | 1 pounds | — | 4 pounds |
number of pieces | 1 | — | 1 | — | — |
sunlight exposure | Partial Sun | — | Partial Shade | Partial Sun | Partial Shade |
blooming period | Year Round | Year Round | Year Round | Year Round | — |
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Customers have expressed positive opinions about the ease of use of the mushroom kit. They say the instructions are easy to follow and the kit is good for beginners. Customers also appreciate the appearance of the mushrooms, stating that they are very pretty and fresh looking. They find the product fun and interesting, and say it's fascinating to watch. Customers are also happy with taste. However, some customers have reported issues with mold growing within 2 days. Customers have mixed opinions on growth and performance.
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Customers find the instructions for growing mushrooms in the kit easy to follow. They also say the product is good for beginners and a good introduction to gourmet.
"I found the package easy to use. The mushrooms grew faster than anticipated and I didn't harvest them soon enough...." Read more
"This kit is super easy to do. I am amazed that the oyster mushrooms are pipping in 4 days! Can’t wait to eat them...." Read more
"The instructions are easy to follow and the way the box is setup is nice. Took a little longer than advertised but the mushrooms came in nicely!" Read more
"...The directions are clear & easy to to follow and the offer for support is stamped all over the directions...." Read more
Customers like the taste of the plant seeds. They say the mushrooms are delicious when cooked with garlic and butter.
"...Very delicious! Very fresh! You can't get any better than this!..." Read more
"...My dad loved it as a gift. Tasted great! Definitely worth the money." Read more
"...Makes the cost a little more steep. They had awesome flavor fir the ones we did cook up." Read more
"This type of mushroom from this company grows the best. Tasted good and was fun to watch grow" Read more
Customers find the plant seed kit fun and interesting. They say it's a fun activity for children, and a wonderful introduction into the awesome world of mycology. Customers also mention that the seeds taste delicious and are fun to cook with.
"...Was fun to see it grow" Read more
"...Tasted good and was fun to watch grow" Read more
"This was a great kit to get the kids interested in planting! Highly recommend, so educational" Read more
"Imagine a most delightful, succulent, umami experience, that refreshes your pallet and irresistibly stores itself in your heart...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the mushroom seed. They mention the first flush of mushrooms was very pretty, cool, and healthy looking. Some say the kit is cute for kids.
"*Wow.* This thing was literally overflowing with bright white, eager, and VERY healthy mycelium, right from the get-go!..." Read more
"Great instructions how to grow and nice looking mushrooms and great product support" Read more
"...my first batch I think the mushrooms were harvested too late and turned a bit woody so that is something to keep an eye on...." Read more
"...Just a hugh amount of beautiful oyster mushrooms! I was just thrilled, and it made hugh bunches too." Read more
Customers are mixed about the growth of the mushroom seeds. Some mention that they grow fast and big, and are easy to grow. However, others say that not much grew and certainly nothing the size you could harvest and eat.
"...This picture was taken on Day 6, and they are just growing so quickly!..." Read more
"...It struggling to grow. I will keep trying to see if it will continue to grow though." Read more
"I found the package easy to use. The mushrooms grew faster than anticipated and I didn't harvest them soon enough...." Read more
"Our box was defective and the mushrooms grew through the top of the box...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the plant seed. Some mention that it did pretty good, works exactly as it was described, and is a great gift idea. Others however, are disappointed with the end results and perceived ineffectiveness.
"...I’m impressed with the kit’s production. I started it two weeks out & seems fully flushed at 8 days or so...." Read more
"This is my 3rd kit. Bought directly from the company site first time, it failed. They sent a new one second also failed all i got was black mold...." Read more
"We were surprised at the quality, the yield and the taste of these. Worked well with meat, fish and pasta." Read more
"...This company is just not a good substrate provider...." Read more
Customers find the value of the mushroom growing kit to be poor. They mention that it's expensive for what it is, and that the results are smaller than pictured. Some customers also say that the kit does not come with instructions. Overall, most are disappointed with the value and quality of the product.
"...So, this kit just is not worth your time unless you have months on months to get whatever mushroom project you want to get started, started." Read more
"...Makes the cost a little more steep. They had awesome flavor fir the ones we did cook up." Read more
"We had one flush and that was it. Not a great value for mushroom growing" Read more
"...My dad loved it as a gift. Tasted great! Definitely worth the money." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the mold in the plant seed kit. They mention that it grows white fluffy mold coming up the stems. They also say that the kit turns moldy and green within 2 days. Some customers also say the kit grows a huge amount of orange mold that resembles dog vomit.
"...They sent a new one second also failed all i got was black mold. Ive had this kit 3days when we got pips! And on day 4 now of growth!..." Read more
"...the middle of the brick was a funky brown color so we cut it and it was slimy and filled with itty bitty larva smaller the rice...." Read more
"...There was fuzzy white mold coming up the stems and the tops were splitting on the sides and drying out the morning after I turned them upright...." Read more
"So the first one of these that I bought didn't grow, and just got moldy...." Read more
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I noticed many yellow blotches forming on the lower end of my block, what I believe to be Aspergillus flavus, a deadly mold if inhaled in large quantities. I went ahead and tossed it out due to these blotches taking over the bottom of the block. I know what mycelium piss looks like, and, those were not.
I followed the instructions and read the advice on their website... Yet nature still beat nature in my case. Be careful "undoing food" with this grow kit because it may end up undoing you if you are not careful.
I wish it had worked. A wonderful kit that needs a little bit of refinement, and warnings.
Edit February 6 2017:
My review was from last year!
I have since gone through 3 mushroom kits and currently have one fruiting. I am hoping for a third harvest soon, and am just updating because I am so happy with the outcome of this kit and this company's customer service.
Unfortunately, the first 3 did not work out. This company is really great though. If you are willing to put in the effort, they will work with you and send you another mushroom block, until you get a harvest! I had contamination issues up until the 4th block, which I believe is a combination of good substrate (via the company) and some methods they advised upon retrying. I'll say what I did here because I believe it makes it foolproof (as long as the substrate is good):
-Make sure to put your soaked and ready block in a sterile area!
-Sterility is the most imporant thing in in-home mushroom cultivation. Handy to remember when you want to harvest your mushrooms with dirty hands! Always keep it clean
-Have a spray bottle handy! Make sure its clean, but these mushrooms really flourish with a good spray, especially if you are in a drier climate
-Recommended by BacktotheRoots: put a big clean plastic bag around your block with plenty of holes punched in it, that is the ultimate way to keep the humidity levels at a prime 95-100% for mushroom formation
-I personally soaked my block for 12 hours to give it really optimal hydration even though the box says 8. I think this is only good if you are in a drier climate, which would be any without the bag method^
I hope this helps. Definitely contact the company if you have any questions or just want some general advice. And watch their video on starting the block, it shows the proper standard procedure well.
UPDATE MAY 11 2017:
Changing my rating back to a one star.
This company is just not a good substrate provider. I have been through a couple third party companies ordering mushroom substrate and this one is the worst of the two. The other company is extraordinary though and will send you a bomb kit for around the same price as the larger farm from Back to the Roots. They're called Fungi Perfecti.
I emailed them about odd growths in the kit, and they said I had to remove the block from the bag (extra instructions) and cut off the odd growths (more extra instructions) to get a flush/fruiting of mushrooms. AND they said it will take several more weeks to grow. GREAT! They lie about the instructions and the time to flush. It's not that they won't replace the kit eventually, it's just that they lie about how easy it is to get it to grow.
So, this kit just is not worth your time unless you have months on months to get whatever mushroom project you want to get started, started.
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Nur leider schon in seiner Verpackung, bevor das Paket überhaupt ankam.
Der Karton war beschädigt und der Inhalt vergammelt.
Reviewed in Germany on June 11, 2021
Nur leider schon in seiner Verpackung, bevor das Paket überhaupt ankam.
Der Karton war beschädigt und der Inhalt vergammelt.
Reviewed in Australia on October 23, 2021
Reviewed in Australia on January 8, 2022