How to grow magic mushrooms

Start clean: unpack your kit

Wash your hands thoroughly and clean the area where you plan to place the kit. A clean start leads to better results. Gently remove the plastic container from the box, and keep the lid. You'll need it later if you want to reuse the kit for additional flushes.

Set up the grow bag

Place the grow bag on a flat surface and carefully insert the kit inside. Fold the open end of the bag underneath the container to keep it stable. Make sure the small air holes sit just above the top edge of the kit and are facing upward. This allows the right airflow for healthy growth.

Find the sweet spot: light & temperature

Put your setup in a well-lit room where the temperature stays between 18°C and 28°C (64°F to 82°F). For the best results, aim for a stable range of 20°C to 23°C (68°F to 73°F).

• Avoid direct sunlight. Indirect daylight is enough.
• If your room is cooler than 20°C, consider using a heating mat.
• Keep the kit away from drafts, heaters, or sudden temperature changes.

With these three steps, your kit is ready to deliver strong, consistent harvests.

Watch progress & make adjustments

After about 7 to 12 days, you'll usually spot the very first tiny mushrooms (known as pins). Before that stage, the surface of the kit may appear whiter. This is the mycelium expanding. That's perfectly normal and not moldy.

You might also notice small blue spots on the mycelium. This is harmless bruising, often caused by touching, moving, or a lack of moisture. It's nothing to worry about.

Let them develop & prepare for harvest

Your Mindrush kit already contains the right level of moisture for the first flush, so there's no need to spray or add extra water. Keep the grow bag slightly open once the first pins begin to show. This lets excess moisture escape.

Too much humidity inside the bag can slow down growth or even create mold. If you notice heavy condensation on the inside of the bag, that's a sign the kit needs more airflow.

Rapid growth phase

Once the mushrooms start to grow, they'll speed up quickly, often doubling in size overnight. From the moment you see the first small mushrooms breaking through the surface, check your kit at least once or twice daily. This way you'll be ready to harvest at the right moment.

Knowing when to harvest

Mushrooms are typically ready to harvest 5 to 7 days after the first pins appear, though timing can vary depending on temperature and airflow. They grow very fast, so check your kit at least once daily.

How to recognize the right moment

Harvest your mushrooms just before the cap fully opens. Waiting too long allows the mushroom to release dark spores, which reduces quality and may affect future flushes.

Note: mushrooms that have already dropped spores are still safe to consume, but their taste can be slightly different and they are less ideal for drying or storing.

Signs they're ready

• The cap is round and starting to flatten.
• The thin veil (skin under the cap) begins to tear.
• No black dust (spores) is visible yet.
• If you spot black spores, harvest immediately.

How to harvest

• Wash your hands or wear clean gloves.
• Gently take hold of the mushroom at its base.
• Use a light twist and pull motion.
• Avoid damaging the white mycelium so it can support future flushes.

What about the small ones? Leave the small mushrooms alone. They'll keep growing and can be harvested later.

Drying your mushrooms (recommended)

• Spread them out: place freshly harvested mushrooms on clean paper, cardboard, or kitchen paper in a dry, well-ventilated area.
• Natural drying: let them air-dry for at least 7 days.
• Turn daily: flip them once a day to avoid hidden moisture underneath.
• Ready check: they should feel completely dry and snap when bent, also known as "cracker dry.""
• Faster option: a fan can speed things up. Avoid ovens or heaters, as high heat can damage potential.

Storage

Once fully dry, store your mushrooms in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Properly stored, dried mushrooms can stay potent for a year or longer.