
Just a quick question...
#1
Posted 27 May 2020 - 02:10 PM
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#2
Posted 27 May 2020 - 02:32 PM
Let the flush finish, pick all of the fruit bodies, and then dunk that cake.
Sounds like it's dehydrated a bit.
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#3
Posted 27 May 2020 - 03:26 PM
#4
Posted 27 May 2020 - 04:28 PM
They often don't get very large on cakes, so they're not excessively small to the degree that it indicates a problem.
A cap that splits when it's still on the cake suggests that the rH was too low, which is a minor problem that's easy to fix. And if it split from dryness then the rH was not being sustained at 99%. If you're using a cheap meter to gauge humidity then ignore it since any hygrometer not rated for 100% rH "condensing fog" environments cannot be trusted. Which includes all of the cheap dial types and most of the consumer-grade digital versions.
As long as they're getting plenty of fresh air then you can't over-mist a bin. Try not to blast the mushrooms or pins directly with your sprayer but don't worry about the mist getting them wet.
And welcome to Mycotopia!
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#5
Posted 27 May 2020 - 06:47 PM
#6
Posted 27 May 2020 - 07:57 PM
All of my experience with finding a reliable hygrometer turned up nothing and I've tried several.
The only place I find them to be essential is with a larger greenhouse setup.
You should be fine keeping up with air exchange and misting. Don't worry about the hygrometer.
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#7
Posted 28 May 2020 - 06:15 AM
#8
Posted 28 May 2020 - 01:44 PM
Thanks so much guys. The hygrometer I have is made by Ink Bird. It was cheap but I read it was suppose to be a good brand. I’ll look for a better one on Amazon. Do you suggest a dial vs. digital? Forgot to take my digital one out before I sprayed once and tried to dry it off real quick but it’s making it difficult to read anyways.
You probably have a meter that works just fine, but only within the specs it was designed for.
But like Myc pointed out, unless you're really going big and need to monitor the rH in a large room or grow house (rather than in plastic bins) then you really don't need a meter at all. I have a few around, including in the room I use as a lab but that's to monitor the rH to ensure it won't encourage mold growth., so I only need a cheap one to ensure the rH stays below ~45% (which can be challenging where I live when it's both too cool for air conditioning and 90-100% rH outside). And if you need to measure the humidity in a large space, or need to calibrate a hygrometer rated for 100% rH then you can get a sling psychrometer, which is the most accurate -but tedious- way to measure it.
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#9
Posted 03 June 2020 - 01:04 AM
Also an update on my cakes. I’ve been picking my mushies when the veil breaks or right before. They are smaller but seem to work just as well. So it was worth it. I have documented the whole experience and I can’t wait to grow and learn more and post more pictures!
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#11
Posted 03 June 2020 - 08:20 AM
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#12
Posted 03 June 2020 - 09:20 AM
There are tons of reasons that your mushrooms may be staying small that stem from genetics to available resources... I would just keep plodding along and you will eventually get the results you are looking for... Some of the comments previously made should help you accomplish your goals....
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#13
Posted 03 June 2020 - 07:04 PM
Listen to everyone above I’m just letting u know for future for your safety as well careful with dropping your government info name etc. otherwise keep tinkering with ur FC duries as far as RH and FAE fan mist etc enjoy ur mushies!
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#14
Posted 04 June 2020 - 08:22 PM
#15
Posted 05 June 2020 - 12:44 AM
That’s insane about the spore prints art lmao hit up art4thought as I am certain spore print is one of Art4thoughts main goals behind spore prints as mine are syringes which I figured was most ppls but congrats by the way on the fruits of ur labor
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#16
Posted 05 June 2020 - 12:45 AM
Meant to say Art4thought is very interested in making various types of spore print art lol sorry late for me
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#17
Posted 06 June 2020 - 08:31 PM
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#18
Posted 07 June 2020 - 06:29 PM
I was having bad luck printing on foil, then making syringes. Hope this helps.
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#19
Posted 27 June 2020 - 02:37 PM