Complete XL ALL-IN-ONE Wood Lover's Mushroom Grow Bag Kit (6LB)
Complete XL ALL-IN-ONE Wood Lover's Mushroom Grow Bag Kit (6LB) - Lion's Mane is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Description
The Complete XL ALL-IN-ONE Wood Lover's Mushroom Grow Bag Kit is our largest all-in-one system: a 6 lb pre-sterilized bag that combines grain spawn, hardwood-based bulk substrate, and a 10cc liquid culture syringe in one sealed unit. You inject the culture, let the grain colonize, break it into the substrate layer, and let it colonize again — no flow hood, no sterile lab technique, and no separate spawn or substrate purchase required.
It is built specifically for wood-loving species — the grain-to-substrate ratio and hardwood/soy hull/bamboo blend are tuned for that group — and is available in more than twenty strains selected at checkout, from best-selling Lion's Mane and Shiitake to specialty picks like Antler Reishi and Turkey Tail.
- 6 lbsTotal fill weight
- 10ccLiquid culture included
- 10–14 daysGrain colonization
- 1–2 wksBulk re-colonization
- BeginnerSkill level
Why growers choose this
- True all-in-one design – grain spawn, bulk substrate, and liquid culture are already inside the bag
- XL 6 lb fill – roughly 20% more substrate mass than a standard 5 lb all-in-one bag, for bigger flushes
- Built for wood lovers – a hardwood, soy hull, and bamboo blend suited to this whole group of species
- No clean room needed – the injection port and pre-sterilized bag mean no flow hood or sterile bench
- Flexible fruiting – fruit straight from the bag or dump into a monotub or humidity tent
- 21 strains available – pick your species at checkout, from classic gourmet to specialty medicinal varieties
What's included
- 1× XL 6 lb pre-sterilized all-in-one grow bag (grain layer + bulk substrate layer)
- Layered 5-grain spawn blend: red milo, white millet, red millet, white sorghum, rye
- Hardwood-based bulk substrate: hardwood, soy hulls, and bamboo
- 10cc liquid culture syringe (strain selected at checkout)
- Pre-installed self-healing injection port and high-flow filter patch
- Basic printed grow instructions
How it works
The short versionThe bag is already sterilized and layered with grain on top of substrate. Your job is to introduce the culture, let colonization run its course in two stages, then trigger fruiting.
- Inoculate. Inject the liquid culture syringe into the grain layer through the self-healing injection port.
- Colonize. Let the grain fully colonize, typically 10–14 days in a warm, dark spot.
- Mix. Break up the colonized grain and shake the bag to distribute it through the bulk substrate.
- Re-colonize. Let the mixed substrate colonize for another 1–2 weeks before fruiting.
- Fruit. Follow the fruiting conditions for your chosen strain and harvest at home.
Fruiting location is your choice: once colonization is complete, you can cut the bag and fruit it in place, or dump the colonized substrate into a monotub or humidity tent for a larger fruiting chamber — whichever suits your setup and the strain you picked.
Growing specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Total weight | 6 lbs |
| Grow method | All-in-one grow bag (grain layer, then bulk substrate) |
| Spawn included | Yes — 5-grain blend (red milo, white millet, red millet, white sorghum, rye) |
| Substrate included | Yes — hardwood, soy hulls, and bamboo |
| Inoculant included | Yes — 10cc liquid culture syringe, strain selected at checkout |
| Strains available | 21 (wood-loving gourmet and functional species) |
| Grain colonization time | 10–14 days |
| Bulk re-colonization time | 1–2 weeks |
| Fruiting options | In-bag or transfer to monotub / humidity tent |
| Skill level | Beginner — no flow hood or sterile lab setup required |
Choosing a strainAll 21 options grow the same way in this bag, but fruiting conditions and flavor differ by species. Lion's Mane and Shiitake are the most forgiving for a first grow; browse our full lineup of gourmet grow kits to compare species before you choose.
Common questions
Do I need a flow hood or sterile workspace to use this kit?
No. The bag arrives pre-sterilized with the grain and substrate already sealed inside, and the injection port is self-healing, so you can inoculate it on a clean kitchen counter. A flow hood is only necessary if you are working with agar or open cultures, which this kit does not require.
How long does the whole process take from inoculation to harvest?
Grain colonization typically takes 10–14 days, then the mixed substrate needs another 1–2 weeks to fully colonize before fruiting begins. Total time from inoculation to first harvest varies by strain, but plan on roughly 4–6 weeks before you are fruiting.
Can I fruit directly in the bag, or do I need a monotub?
Either works. Once the substrate is fully colonized, you can cut the bag and fruit it in place, which is the simplest option. If you want a larger fruiting chamber or plan to combine multiple bags, dumping the colonized substrate into a monotub or humidity tent gives you more surface area and easier humidity control.
What is the difference between the 6LB XL bag and a standard 5LB all-in-one bag?
They work the same way — grain layer, injection port, bulk substrate — but this bag holds roughly 20% more substrate by weight. More substrate mass generally supports a larger first flush and more total mushrooms across the flushing cycle, though results still depend on strain and growing conditions.
Which strains work best for a first-time grower?
Lion's Mane and Shiitake are the two most forgiving of the 21 available strains and are a good place to start. Both tolerate minor temperature swings and irregular misting better than more finicky specialty species. Whichever you choose, the inoculation and colonization steps are identical — only the fruiting conditions change by strain.
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