{"title":"Coco Coir","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"coco-coir-for-substrate-and-casing","title":"'Myco Coco' Loose Coco Coir Substrate \u0026 Casing Layer","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur 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. 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTriple-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. RHP certified to guarantee the highest substrate standards in the industry, it is naturally free of pests and weed seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMyco 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs a casing layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn bulk substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine coco coir with other ingredients to your bulk recipe at the desired quantity. Pasteurize or sterilize after combination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePasteurizing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoco coir is naturally resistant to bacteria. However, 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.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoco coir is best stored in a cool, dry place. Because it can easily absorb moisture, we recommend storing in food-grade, air tight containers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North Spore","offers":[{"title":"5 lbs","offer_id":32217022791782,"sku":"COCO-5LB","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/8179\/files\/cultivating-tools-myco-coco-loose-coco-coir-substrate-casing-layer-30805952856166.jpg?v=1762458028"},{"product_id":"myco-coco-dehydrated-coco-coir-substrate-casing-layer","title":"'Myco Coco' Compressed Coco Coir Substrate \u0026 Casing Layer","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur dehydrated coco coir was developed for superior mycelial growth, providing optimal pH, moisture retention, even gas exchange, and key trace minerals to your mushroom grow. 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. It is also a world-class substrate for growing plants indoors or outdoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTriple-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. RHP certified to guarantee the highest substrate standards in the industry, it is naturally free of pests and weed seeds. 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCoco coir is widely used in mushroom cultivation due to its microbial resistance, ability to retain moisture, and nutrient composition. It is primarily used as a casing layer in monotubs or as a substrate additive. However, it can also be used in garden beds as an alternative to peat moss.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakes ~1 gallon (3-4 Liters) of coco coir once rehydrated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs a casing layer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn bulk substrate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e After rehydration (see instructions below) combine coco coir with other ingredients to your bulk recipe at the desired quantity. Pasteurize or sterilize after combination.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIMPORTANT: Dehydrated coco coir must be rehydrated and pasteurized before use. (Scroll down for complete instructions.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional search terms: Coconut, coir, coconut coir, cocoa coir, casing, casing layer\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North Spore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40826383827046,"sku":"EQUIP-MYCOCOCO","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/8179\/files\/cultivating-tools-myco-coco-compressed-coco-coir-substrate-casing-layer-30805878145126.jpg?v=1762458901"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/8179\/collections\/hand_in_coco_coir.jpg?v=1717010048","url":"https:\/\/northspore.com\/fr\/collections\/coco-coir.oembed","provider":"North Spore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}