Growing Mushrooms Indoors

Tuesday | Mar 10 | 5:30 PM — 7:00 PM

Step into the captivating world of indoor mushroom cultivation in this hands-on workshop! Participants will learn how to grow Pink, King, and Blue Oyster mushrooms indoors using specialized spawn bags. Together, we’ll explore the full process of preparing and inoculating grow bags with oyster mushroom spawn, along with creating the ideal conditions for successful growth at home.

During the program, you’ll gain practical, step-by-step experience inoculating mushroom grow bags and learning proper care techniques. We’ll also cover how to identify healthy mycelial growth, troubleshoot common issues, and recognize when your mushrooms are ready to harvest.

Each participant will inoculate their own oyster mushroom grow bag to take home and continue cultivating indoors.

What You’ll Learn
  • How mushroom spawn works and the differences between Pink, King, and Blue Oyster mushrooms

  • Why oyster mushrooms are an excellent choice for beginner growers

  • Step-by-step inoculation of indoor grow bags

  • Best practices for indoor mushroom care, including humidity, airflow, and temperature

  • How to identify healthy growth and know when mushrooms are ready to harvest

What You’ll Get
  • One ready-to-grow, inoculated grow bag to take home; choose between Pink, King, or Blue Oyster mushroom spawn. 


Location: 715 Cabarrus Ave West
Fee: $35
Register:  https://secure.rec1.com/NC/cabarrus-county/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTQxMTk0MDg=

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