PF-Tek MycoBox Grow Kit
PF-Tek MycoBox Grow Kit
The PF-Tek MycoBox Grow Kit is a classic and beginner-friendly solution for mushroom cultivation. This all-in-one kit makes growing mushrooms at home simple and accessible, even for those brand new to the hobby.
With a history spanning over 30 years, PF-Tek remains a trusted and effective method for mushroom growers worldwide.
Did you know?
This kit holds a special place in our history as the very first grow kit product we offered on our eBay shop back in early 2018.
Not only that, but with this kit, we introduced our innovative approach to modifying the plastic lids with rubber injection ports—without the need for glue. Before this, the kits available required growers to heat up their spore syringe needles to melt through the plastic lids. A messy and cumbersome process.
We knew there had to be a better way, so we designed a cleaner, easier, and more efficient solution.
As a result, our creation quickly went global, and today, you’ll find nearly all mushroom grow kit suppliers using this method. We don’t ever get the credit for it, but hey, it’s our gift to the scene, and we’re happy to see it embraced worldwide. We’re proud to have contributed to progression in the mushroom cultivation community.
Key Benefits of our PF-Tek MycoBox Grow Kit
- More Substrate Volume: Offers twice the substrate capacity compared to our PF-Tek MycoPots Grow Kit, providing more room for growth and higher yields.
- Versatile Substrate Compatibility: Additionally, supports the cultivation of nearly any gourmet mushroom species, making it a flexible choice for diverse growing projects.
- Beginner-Friendly Success Rates: Designed with novice cultivators in mind, ensuring high success rates and a smooth growing experience.
- Inject-thru™ System: Features our signature Inject-thru™ technology for effortless, contamination-free inoculation.
- Optimized for Maximum Yields: Moreover, engineered to produce larger flushes and significantly higher yields compared to standard kits.
Considerations
- Longer colonisation time compared to our smaller MycoPot or MycDrop grow kits.
- May be too straightforward for those seeking a more hands-on or advanced cultivation experience. Alternatively, for growers looking to explore and enhance their knowledge and technique, we recommend our MonoBox Grow Kit. However, if you’d like to stick with the PF-Tek substrate, why not give our DIY PF-Tek Grow Kit a go!
Enhanced or Regular Version
The Enhanced version upgrades the XL grow tent to a larger XXL grow tent and includes Vermiculite, which allows you to use a technique known as Dunk ‘n’ Roll. The process for this is explained in our instructions and essentially, it helps to restore moisture lost from the substrate during the growth of your mushrooms.
This then encourages additional growth in the next batch of mushrooms (known as flushes) and maximises the productivity of your substrate with more flushes supported. The vermiculite layer maintains a humid microclimate that mushrooms thrive on.
If you’re happy to rely on the natural moisture of the substrate and would rather keep it as easy as possible, the regular version will still give you excellent results.
What’s Included in the PF-Tek MycoBox Grow Kit
- 1 x 1200mL HEPA-filtered Inject-thru™ MycoBox (Dimensions: L18 x W12 x H7 cm)
- Sterile Substrate (Ingredients: Organic Brown Rice Flour, Vermiculite, Gypsum, Lime, Coffee)
- 1 x XL HEPA-filtered Grow Tent (Dimensions: L32cm x H49cm) (Regular version)
- 1 x XXL HEPA-filtered Grow Tent (Dimensions: L47cm x H57cm) (Enhanced version)
- 1500mL Perlite
- 500mL Vermiculite (Enhanced version)
- Alcohol Wipes, Hand Wipes, Facemask
- 1 x Pair of Sterile Gloves (Optional but highly advised)
- Online Instructions
What’s Not Included
- You will need a 3ml gourmet mushroom spore or liquid culture syringe.
Additional Advice
Colonisation of the PF-Tek MycoBox typically takes:
- 5-8 weeks at ~20℃ (room temperature)
- 3-4 weeks at 26℃ (optimal conditions / lab incubator)
Please note that cooler temperatures will result in slower growth.
Inoculation Steps
- First, clean the PF-Tek MycoBox thoroughly using the included alcohol wipe.
- Next, inject 0.5ml of a gourmet spore or liquid culture syringe into each rubber port.
- Then, place the MycoBox in a warm location until fully colonised.
- Follow the provided instructions to harvest your mushrooms.
Legal Disclaimer
Use this grow kit solely for cultivating legal mushroom species.
Sterile Guarantee on our Mushroom Grow Kits
We rigorously sterilise every grow kit. Should you encounter any issues before use, please send us photographs for diagnosis. If a fault is confirmed, we will replace the affected component.
