Mondo Growkit – Activation Guide

Grow Kit Manual

Product Information

Product: Substrate Grow Kit
Description: A substrate growkit ready for the activation and growing process.
Audience: Beginner-level customers with or without prior growing experience.

Components Included

• Substrate growkit
• Filter bag with sealing sticker

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Preparation

Inspection

• Inspect the growkit for contamination:
  • Safe colors: White, yellowish-white mycelium
  • Unsafe colors (contamination): Green, black, red, pink
• Inspect the box to make sure it is intact.
• If contamination is present or the box is broken, do not activate the kit. Contact customer support immediately, as contaminated products cannot be saved.

Disinfection

• Thoroughly clean your workspace, hands, and forearms with antibacterial soap and disinfectant spray.
• If you have long hair, it is recommended to tie it up.
• For added sterility, you may use sterile gloves and a face mask.
• Work in a low-draft and completely clean environment.

Step 2: Hydration

• Open one side of the lid, fill the kit with drinkable water, and close the lid.
• Place the growkit in the fridge for 9–24 hours to soak. The duration depends on the size of the kit and the ambient temperature in your home.

Step 3: Activation

• Repeat the disinfection steps from Step 1.
• Open the lid in one corner and carefully drain excess water.
• Add approximately 150 ml of drinkable water directly into the provided grow bag.
• Place the growkit inside the grow bag.
• Remove the lid from the growkit (do not discard it; you will need it later).
• Spray water on the inside of the bag to increase humidity.
• Fold the top of the bag neatly and seal it using the provided sticker. Ensure the bag is puffed up and contains plenty of fresh air.
• Place the growkit in a bright location with indirect sunlight.
• Maintain a constant temperature between 23–27°C (never exceed 27°C).

Step 4: Fruiting

• If there is little to no condensation inside the grow bag, open it, spray water on the inside, and re-seal it.
• When the first pins appear, stop spraying water.
• Introduce fresh air by opening the bag, gently squeezing out old air (CO₂), allowing fresh air (O₂) in, and re-sealing the bag puffed up.
• Repeat this fresh air exchange 1–3 times daily.

Step 5: Harvesting

• Repeat the disinfection steps from Step 1.
• Harvest mushrooms before the caps completely open to prevent spore release.
• Gently twist and pull the mushrooms from the substrate.

Step 6: Second Flush

• Repeat Steps 2–5.
• Make sure to disinfect the lid before using it again to close the kit.

Tips & Tricks

• Indirect sunlight, temperatures between 24–27°C, and fresh air are essential for healthy growth.
• If indirect sunlight is not available, use a grow light.
• If maintaining a constant temperature is difficult, use heat mats.
• To maintain a stable microclimate, consider using a Mondotub.
• Harvest mushrooms before the caps fully open to avoid spore release, which can inhibit future growth.

Cautions

• Failure to properly disinfect hands, surfaces, or tools may result in contamination. Contaminated products cannot be saved.
• Avoid direct sunlight and overly hot environments, as excessive heat can dehydrate and kill the mycelium.
• Growkits may produce multiple flushes with proper care, but for safety reasons, we recommend no more than a second flush.

Troubleshooting Quick Reference

• Slow or no growth: Check temperature, humidity, and ensure sufficient fresh air exchange.
• Mushroom deformation: Usually caused by insufficient air exchange or excessive humidity.
• Pins form but don’t mature: Increase fresh air exchange, ensure adequate light, and verify room temperature.
• Mold or unusual colors: Discard immediately if contamination is visible and sanitize the area.

Customer Support

For assistance, please contact our customer support team via the contact page.