Lion’s Mane Mushroom Fruiting Block — 6 Pounds
Grow gourmet mushrooms at home with our **6-pound** Lion’s Mane Fruiting Block. Fully colonized and ready to fruit, this block offers a simple, rewarding way to grow fresh Lion’s Mane mushrooms (*Hericium erinaceus*) indoors.
Whether you’re a first-time grower or adding a favorite variety to your growing space, getting started is straightforward. Follow the included instructions, provide the recommended growing conditions, and watch distinctive, shaggy clusters take shape.
Fresh Mushrooms in as Little as Seven Days
Under favorable conditions, your first harvest may be ready in as little as seven days after fruiting begins. Exact timing will vary depending on your growing environment and care.
From Your Growing Space to Your Kitchen
Bring your harvest straight to the table. With its mild, savory flavor and distinctive texture, Lion’s Mane is a versatile addition to your kitchen. Sauté it, roast it, or try a new recipe that lets your homegrown mushrooms shine.
More Growing Potential in Every Block
With proper care, your block can produce multiple flushes—giving you opportunities to harvest beyond the first crop. First-flush yields may range from approximately 0.5 to 2 pounds, depending on growing conditions and maintenance. Harvest timing and yields are not guaranteed.
## aPlusGrain Lion’s Mane Growing Instructions
**No tent or tub required!** You can grow your Lion’s Mane right from its bag. A growing tub or tent is optional and can help keep the air moist.
1. Open the growing spot
Leave the block inside its bag. With a clean blade, carefully cut a small X in the plastic where mushrooms are starting to form. Avoid cutting the mushrooms.
2. Choose your setup
Simple Spray & Grow
- Keep the bag somewhere with fresh air and a room temperature around 72°F.
- Mist the opening lightly 2–3 times a day.
- Keep the opening moist, but not soaking wet. Avoid spraying the mushrooms directly.
- If the opening dries out quickly, mist more often or use an optional humidity setup.
Optional tub or tent
Use a mushroom-growing tent, Martha-style setup, or a simple growing tub.
To make a growing tub:
1. Use a bin about 54 quarts in size.
2. Drill two holes on each long side and one on each short side, about halfway up. Make the holes 3–4 inches wide.
3. Cover the holes with micropore tape.
4. Add a layer of perlite to the bottom. Wet it thoroughly, but leave no standing water.
5. Put your bagged block inside, keeping the X opening clear.
Keep the perlite moist and allow fresh air into the setup. Don’t seal it airtight.
3. Harvest
Pick your Lion’s Mane while it is white and has small, hanging teeth, before it turns yellow or soft. Gently twist it off at the base or use a clean knife.
4. Keep growing
Remove leftover mushroom pieces and leave the block in its bag. Continue providing moisture and fresh air while you wait for another crop.