Don't Over Mist Your Tubs

Fruiting surface conditions are very important, but be diligent not to over mist or hydrate your tubs, as that invites contam issues down the road. ☘️🍄☘️
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[@ronniereeljr4339]

Very good information. I have found that very true in my tubs 💯 always learning

[@Myco_BlaineO_]

In my previous videos about misting, I wanted to clarify not to over mist, as fruiting surface conditions are very important, it's almost more important to not over due it and invite possible contam issues down the road. Appreciate the positive feedback!

[@chrisconnally5713]

i’m about to do my first mod tub, so much conflicting information… I’m thinking you’re right though less chance for contamination and unless they absolutely need and are drying out what’s the point?

[@Karaon]

Thank you Horrorist for the tips.

[@Myco_BlaineO_]

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[@dejaesharp]

Mine doesn’t bead. It looks like a sheen and about 2 hrs later, it’s dry again. 🙈😩. Have the lid on my shoebox.

[@Myco_BlaineO_]

Ok, that's one reason I dot not use shoeboxes, because it doesn't seem to me they would keep the humidity locked inside well enough. The mushrooms thrive in humidity. At the right temp and having the right humidity in the tub, it should hit you in the face when you open it. I would suggest the sterlite gasketed tubs, those are what I use and the 20qt & 32qts are fairly inexpensive and have worked really well for me.

[@Myco_BlaineO_]

Ok, that's one reason I dot not use shoeboxes, because it doesn't seem to me they would keep the humidity locked inside well enough. The mushrooms thrive in humidity. At the right temp and having the right humidity in the tub, it should hit you in the face when you open it. I would suggest the sterlite gasketed tubs, those are what I use and the 20qt & 32qts are fairly inexpensive and have worked really well for me.

[@Myco_BlaineO_]

Is it fully colonized when misting?

[@dejaesharp]

@@Myco_BlaineO_ yessir. I have the exact box you do. Maybe I’ll just put it in there without the lid. It’s fully colonized.

[@dejaesharp]

I mean the shoe box inside the Sterillite box. Maybe the gasket will do the trick.

[@MOAON_AABE]

So for fruiting, as long as there is condensation on the walls , is that good to go without misting???

[@Myco_BlaineO_]

If your field capacity is right with your substrate meaning has enough H2O, yes, but if it starts looking dry on the surface or casing layer give it a very light fine mist. You want little beads of water on the surface so it shines to help induce pinning, once pinning starts just make sure you have Condensation on sides and lid and will be just fine to get you through the first flush, then repeat the process after you harvest to prepare for 2nd flush.

[@Myco_BlaineO_]

That's why I use a liner so if water does decide to start pooling at the bottom of the tub, it doesn't affect or saturate the cake. Between Flushes I will empty excess water out of tub by holding the tub on the side tilting it into a mason jar using the corner. Make sure you hold onto the cake tho and be careful doing so, I made the mistake of not holding the cake and she came right out of the tub all over the floor.... so please be cautious if you do need to empty some moisture out of tub. Properly sterilize hands and such Also! Very important.

[@MOAON_AABE]

@@Myco_BlaineO_ awesome mate, thanks a bunch, I will head your advice 👍