WORM CASTINGS???

Started by CAPTROB, May 03, 2008, 04:06:13 PM

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CAPTROB

I would like some info on the casing layer. I just went and purchased some worm castings, peat moss, and some crushed oyster shells. I have been trying to research casing and have came up with many different ways to go about it, more confusing than anything!! ( TO MANY WAYS) I have the colonized jars ready but need to know how to go about mixing the casing layer. (IM AM USING 1/2 PINT JARS THAT ARE COLINIZED AND GOING TO BREAK THE CAKES UP IN A BAG)Could I use 70% worm casting and 30% verm. sterilize it in the microwave for ten min. let it cool and thats it? or should I use Worm castings, peat moss, and sprinkle some oyster shells in with the mix? How do I know what my PH level is or should I not worry about that too much for now? Does PH make that big of a difference? I know this is alot of questions that I am asking but as a newbie, I would like to know the best way to get a nice flush with what I have already  purchased! Thanks in advance for all your help!!!

anno

I have no experience in using the castings.

Other questions have answers here:

http://www.shroomery.org/5105/Casing

and here:

http://www.shroomery.org/20/Casing-Procedures


GroewingSchroomz

What about $3 Jiffy Mix from walmart? it seems 2b ok 4me
do u have a pressure cooker? u could sterilize the dirt the same way u sterilized your fungi cakes or grain
:ph34r:

CAPTROB

Nope no pressure cooker. Just sterilized them in a pot using the pf tek method. Maybe I will have to go get a bag of that jiffy mix, however I rather use what I already have. Just wanted to see if anyone has had any experience with worm castings. Did you add anything to that Jiffy mix, or just used it as is?

GroewingSchroomz

just high quality H20. i think they real kee is whatever u use, make sure it has the right moisture content and is sterile.