Grow gourmet mushrooms at home — just like we used to.

At North Spore, our journey began with oyster mushrooms in buckets. In fact, bucket-grown oysters were our first major harvests, and for years, they were our bread and butter. This kit is a tribute to those roots: simple, effective, and designed for results.

Whether you're a first-time cultivator or a seasoned mushroom enthusiast, this beginner-friendly bucket kit makes it easy to grow mushrooms in almost any environment. Designed for simplicity and performance, the pre-drilled food-grade bucket is ready to use right out of the box—no special tools or experience required!

This complete system provides everything you need to cultivate mushrooms at home (just bring your own stock pot for pasteurization). The included chopped straw is shredded to the ideal size for colonization, while the premium North Spore grain spawn delivers fast and reliable growth. From inoculation to pinning, you could see results in as little as 7 days!

Each Complete Bucket Kit Includes:

• (1) Pre-drilled, food-grade mushroom bucket
• (1) Bag of pesticide-free chopped straw
• (1) 3 lb bag of oyster mushroom grain spawn
• (1) Burlap sack
• (1) Bungie cord

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Key Features & Benefits

• Easy-to-use setup with pre-drilled holes for optimal airflow
• Complete growing solution, no special tools required
• Quick turnaround, pinning can begin in just 7–10 days
• Designed for indoor and outdoor use
• Performs exceptionally well in warm, summer conditions
• Shredded straw promotes even colonization and faster growth

Ready to start your mushroom-growing adventure? This kit offers a simple, satisfying way to explore the world of fungi, whether you're growing on a balcony, in a basement, or out in the backyard.

Strain Options

• Blue Oyster (Pleurotus ostreatus): A cold-tolerant variety with bluish-gray caps and a rich, savory flavor
• Italian Oyster (Pleurotus pulmonarius): Milder in flavor and well-suited to warmer growing conditions
• Snow Oyster (Pleurotus ostreatus): White, delicate caps with excellent culinary versatility
• Pink Oyster (Pleurotus djamor): Vivid pink mushrooms with a seafood-like aroma, perfect for summer grows

Caring for Your Spawn

• Open the box as soon as possible and remove the spawn
• Unfold the top of the spawn bag to create air space
• Make sure the filter patch is not covered, so the mycelium can breathe
• Store the spawn in the refrigerator if you are not using it right away
• For best results, use within four to six weeks