Mushroom Grain Spawn Jars
Mushroom Grain Spawn Jars
- Mushroom jars, pressure cooker safe up to 15 PSI
- Suitable for grain spawn & liquid culture
- Available in two different sizes
- Built-in silicone injection port
- Rust-resistant zinc coating
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Mushroom Jars for Strong, Healthy Mycelium Growth
Our Grain Spawn Jars are mushroom jars made to give you a sterile, reliable environment to grow mycelium from the first inoculation to a full harvest. Available in 210ml and 720ml, these mushroom grow jars work for every stage of cultivation, from agar transfers to PF Tek fruiting.
Three Ways to Use Your Mushroom Growing Jars
1. Agar Inoculation (210ml) Use the self-healing injection port for spore-to-agar transfers. The sealed port delivers a 95% contamination-free success rate without needing a flow hood or glove box.
2. Grain Spawn and Mycelium Colonization (210ml and 720ml) Fill with your preferred grain, inoculate, and colonize. The 720ml jar holds enough colonized grain to support a full monotub. The 210ml works well for smaller runs or experimental batches.
3. PF Tek (210ml) No extra equipment needed. Inoculate, colonize, and fruit directly from the 210ml jar using the classic PF Tek method, a simple way to grow mushrooms in jars.
Why These Mushroom Jars Work
Pressure Cooker Safe up to 15 PSI Built to handle full pressure cooker sterilization cycles without cracking or warping. Reliable across many repeated uses.
95% Contamination-Free Success Rate The self-healing injection port reseals after every syringe injection. Less contamination means fewer failed jars and less wasted grain.
No Pressure Cooker Required for Beginners These jars can be used with steam sterilization or stovetop methods. You do not need a full pressure cooker setup to get started.
Sized for Real Results As spawn jars, the 720ml gives enough grain to colonize a dense pin set in your monotub. The 210ml fits agar work, PF Tek cakes, and smaller grain batches without wasting substrate.
Rust-Resistant Zinc Coating Every lid hole is coated with 99% zinc. The coating holds up after repeated sterilization cycles so the lids stay clean and usable long term.
How to Grow Mushrooms in Jars: Making Grain Spawn
What you need:
- Mushroom jars (720ml recommended)
- Rye, wheat, or oat grain
- Pressure cooker
- Spore syringe or liquid culture
Step 1 - Prepare your grain Simmer your grain for 60 to 90 minutes until fully hydrated but not split open. Drain well and let it surface-dry before filling your jars.
Step 2 - Fill your jars Fill each 720ml jar about three quarters full. Leave headspace for airflow during colonization.
Step 3 - Sterilize Pressure cook at 15 PSI for 90 to 120 minutes. Let the jars cool completely to room temperature before inoculating.
Step 4 - Inoculate Inject your spore syringe or liquid culture through the self-healing port. No open flame or flow hood needed.
Step 5 - Colonize Store at 21 to 24°C in a dark spot. Give the jar a gentle shake once partial colonization is visible to speed up the rest. Full colonization takes 2 to 4 weeks depending on the species.
Step 6 - Use your spawn Break up the colonized grain in your grain jar and transfer it to your bulk substrate or fruiting chamber.
Mushroom Jar Specifications
| Small Jar | Large Jar | |
|---|---|---|
| Volume | 210ml | 720ml |
| Best for | Agar, PF Tek, small batches | Grain spawn, mycelium colonization |
| Pressure rating | Up to 15 PSI | Up to 15 PSI |
| Lid coating | 99% Zinc | 99% Zinc |
| Injection port | Self-healing | Self-healing |
Frequently Asked Questions About Mushroom Jars
Can I use these jars without a pressure cooker?
Can I use these jars without a pressure cooker?
Yes. These jars work with steam sterilization and stovetop methods. A pressure cooker gives the most reliable sterilization but is not required to get started.
What grain works best in these mushroom grain jars?
What grain works best in these mushroom grain jars?
Rye berries are the most common choice because they colonize quickly and hold moisture well. Wheat, oats, and popcorn also work well with these jars.
How do I grow mushrooms in a jar?
How do I grow mushrooms in a jar?
Fill the jar with sterilized grain, inoculate through the self-healing port, and keep it at 21 to 24°C in a dark spot until fully colonized. Then use it as spawn or, with PF Tek, fruit it directly from the 210ml jar.
How many times can I reuse the jars?
How many times can I reuse the jars?
The jars and lids are built for repeated use. Clean and re-sterilize between batches. The zinc coating and self-healing ports hold up over time.
Do these mushroom jars work for all mushroom species?
Do these mushroom jars work for all mushroom species?
Yes. They work for oyster mushrooms, shiitake, lion's mane, reishi, and most other gourmet and medicinal species.
