Here at Sporogenesis, we’re cutting through the BS: F*ck the heat mats. Yeah, we said it.
Here’s why: When you heat your monotub, grow bag, or any other setup from the bottom, you cause the water to rise to the top, leaving your substrate dry as a bone. And guess what happens next? You fry your precious mycelium. That’s not just bad for your grow; it’s a total disaster.
Stop reading outdated advice on Shroomery forums from 20 years ago. At Sporogenesis, we always say: heat the space, not the monotub.
No, we’re not telling you to crank up the central heating in your whole house. Instead, keep your grow kit in a small, enclosed space like a wardrobe or cupboard. Heat that area with a low-wattage tube heater—there are plenty to buy from Jeff Bezos that won’t break the bank. These heaters can be dialled in to maintain a consistent temperature, ensuring your grow kit stays moist and yields the best mushrooms possible.
Want to go pro? Invest in a thermostat like the Inkbird. It gives you precise control over your mushroom grow kit temperature, so you can grow mushrooms like a boss.
And what’s really driving us crazy is the fact that some UK mushroom supply companies are still selling grow kits with heat mats, charging well over a hundred quid for these BS kits—and laughing all the way to the bank. That’s absolutely nuts.
So, to wrap it up: F*ck the heat mats. Get smart, heat your space right, and watch your mushrooms thrive.
Let us know how do you keep your grow warm during colder months!
