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North Spore 'Myco Coco' Loose Coco Coir (5 lbs) | Monotub Casing Layer & Mushroom Substrate | Mushroom Growing Supplies

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About this item

  • FORMULATED FOR SUPERIOR GROWTH: Our loose hydrated 'Myco Coco' coco coir was developed for superior mycelial growth and provides optimal pH, moisture retention, even gas exchange, and key trace minerals to your mushroom grow.
  • MADE FOR MUSHROOM GROWERS: The first coco coir researched and selected specifically for its mushroom cultivation qualities, Myco Coco can be used as both a casing layer and substrate additive.
  • IDEAL AIR-TO-WATER RATIO: Triple-washed and buffered to adjust pH and nutrient levels, Myco Coco creates the ideal air-to-water ratio, making it ideal for cultivating gourmet and medicinal mushrooms.
  • HIGHEST SUBSTRATE STANDARDS: RHP certified to guarantee the highest substrate standards in the industry.
  • BIODEGRADABLE & RENEWALBLE: Myco Coco is made from coconut husks, is biodegradable, and is a 100% renewable resource. It also contains traces of Magnesium and Calcium that contribute to the overall growth of mushrooms.
  • HOW TO USE: As a casing layer -- Coco coir should only be added to fully-colonized substrate covered in mycelium with well-developed primordia and/or pins beginning to form. Only a thin layer of coco coir (1/4 to 1/2 inch) is necessary. In bulk substrate -- Combine coco coir with other ingredients to your bulk recipe at the desired quantity. Pasteurize or sterilize after combination.
  • PASTEURIZATION: Some users prefer to pasteurize it. Should you choose to do so, we recommend steam pasteurization or a water bath at 180 degrees for 1-2 hours. Once pasteurized, squeeze out excess water and allow to dry before use. (Latex gloves recommended.)
  • STORAGE: Coco coir is best stored in a cool, dry place. Because it can easily absorb moisture, we recommend storing in food-grade, air tight containers.


Product Description

mushrooms growing in a monotub

Mushroom Substrate & Monotub Casing Layer

'Myco Coco' was developed for superior mycelial growth and provides optimal pH, moisture retention, even gas exchange, and key trace minerals to your mushroom grow.

myco coco loose coco coir

Premium Coco Coir for Mushroom Growers

Coco coir is a non-sterile substrate that provides many benefits to the mushroom cultivation process. In addition to moisture retention, the porous structure of coir material enables excellent gas exchange, water supply, and is highly resistant to contaminants. It is primarily used as a casing layer in monotubs or as a substrate additive.

mycelium layer in monotub

How to Use

Coco coir should only be added to fully-colonized substrate covered in mycelium with pins beginning to form. Only a thin layer of coco coir (1/4 to 1/2 inch) is necessary.

pasteurized loose coco coir

How to Pasteurize

Should you choose to pasteurize, we recommend steam pasteurization or a water bath at 180 degrees for 1-2 hours. Once pasteurized, squeeze out excess water and allow to dry.

cleaning monotub with alcohol solution

Best Practices

We always recommend sterile technique, clean hands, and latex or nitrile gloves to reduce the introduction of contaminants.

RHP certified

RHP Certified

Substrate meets the relevant quality requirements for, for example, water absorption, air content, pH and nutrients.


Andy
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2024
Shipped fast, the quality is best in the line. Had no problems. Would recommend to others will buy again.
PB&JM
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024
It's a little more pricey but it did support growth well.
Mauricio M Gonzalez JR
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2024
Great stuff
Walter Schmidt
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2024
Good, professional small business. I'm happy to support them.
Dank Donaldson
Reviewed in the United States on November 13, 2024
Good quality stuff.
Awakened Perceptions
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023
Fast service, accurate order and a few slaps thrown in there
Eli
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2023
The coir was fluffy, finely pulverized, and very clearly without wood pulp filler. It even smelled like coconuts. I'll be buying this again.
Michael Ellis
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2023
Was having issues with green mold contamination when I cased my mushroom substrate. I tried this instead of peat and other coir bricks I had tries and had much better results! Will be my go-to going forward.