{"product_id":"coconut-coir-650g-mycology-grade","title":"Coconut Coir (650g) | Mycology Grade","description":"\u003cp\u003eStop gambling with \"pet store\" coir. Our 650g Coconut Coir Bricks are sourced specifically for mushroom cultivation. While standard garden-center coir is often \"pre-loaded\" with Trichoderma (the green mold we hate!) to help plant roots, our coir is kept raw, clean, and ultra-low in salinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Mycology Standard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUltra-Low EC (Electrical Conductivity):\u003c\/b\u003e We source coir with the lowest possible salt content. High salt stunts mycelium growth and leads to small, spindly mushrooms. Our bricks ensure your genetics reach their full potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSuperior Water Retention:\u003c\/b\u003e One 650g brick is a hydration powerhouse, absorbing 5x it's weight in water. It creates the perfect field capacity every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003epH Balanced:\u003c\/b\u003e Naturally sitting between \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003e5.8 and 6.8\u003c\/b\u003e, it provides the ideal slightly-acidic-to-neutral environment that gourmet and medicinal mushrooms love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTriple-Washed \u0026amp; Sifted:\u003c\/b\u003e We’ve removed the \"long fibers\" and large chunks, leaving you with a fine, uniform pith that mixes perfectly and hydrates evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHow to use Coconut Coir (Pasteurize \u0026amp; Hydrate Simultaneously)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThis is the easiest and most popular method for home growers. It uses heat to kill off most competing bacteria while perfectly hydrating your coir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlace\u003c\/b\u003e your dry 650g brick into a 5-gallon bucket or a large heat-safe container with a tight-fitting lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBoil\u003c\/b\u003e 3,250 ml (approx. 3.4 quarts) of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePour\u003c\/b\u003e the boiling water directly over the brick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeal\u003c\/b\u003e the lid immediately to trap the steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWait\u003c\/b\u003e until the container has cooled to room temperature (usually 6–12 hours). Once cool, give it a good mix—it’s ready to spawn!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e Coconut coir is inert and contains no nutrients so keep it in the sealed container and it will stay clean and hydrated until you're ready to use it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eHow to Make CVG \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e(Coir, Vermiculite, Gypsum)\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eIf you want a professional-grade bulk substrate that holds moisture longer and provides better structure, follow this recipe:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCombine\u003c\/b\u003e the following in a 5-gallon bucket:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12,0,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,1,0,0\"\u003e1 Dry 650g Coir Brick\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,1,1,0\"\u003e8 Cups of Vermiculite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,1,2,0\"\u003e1 Cup of Gypsum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdd\u003c\/b\u003e 4.5 Quarts of boiling water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeal\u003c\/b\u003e the lid and let it sit until completely cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e CVG also has a stable shelf life. As long as the bucket stays closed, the mix will stay hydrated and clean, ready for whenever your grain spawn is fully colonized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHow to test \"Field Capacity\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eBefore adding your grain spawn, always check your moisture because the coconut coir can vary slightly in size. Take a handful of the cooled substrate and squeeze it hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerfect:\u003c\/b\u003e Only a few drops of water should come out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eToo Wet:\u003c\/b\u003e If a stream of water comes out, it’s too wet; add a little more dry vermiculite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eToo Dry:\u003c\/b\u003e If no water comes out, add water a little at a time until you reach that \"few drops\" sweet spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"22\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy buy from us?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eShips Fresh and Quick:\u003c\/b\u003e We don't have stuff sitting on shelves for months. Yours is made to order and ships within 48 hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDiscreet Packaging:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard brown box. No \"Mushroom King\" logos on the outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eActual Human Support:\u003c\/b\u003e If you get stuck, shoot us a message. We actually answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOur Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe know the most frustrating part of this hobby is waiting 4 weeks only to see green mold. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"142\"\u003eIf your grow fails because we made an error, we will ship you a new one. Period.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your grow fails due to user error, we help you figure out what happened and set you up for a successful grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a question, we'll answer it. If you have an issue we'll resolve it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bonsai Mushrooms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47598568833187,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/6294\/1859\/files\/CoirBrick.jpg?v=1776979970","url":"https:\/\/www.bonsaimushrooms.com\/products\/coconut-coir-650g-mycology-grade","provider":"Bonsai Mushrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}