Azurescens Outdoor Growkit

The Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit is a cultivation kit for growing Psilocybe azurescens outdoors. This species grows on a woody substrate and is known for its potent effects and seasonal fruiting. Unlike many indoor grow kits, this kit is set up outdoors, where the mycelium can continue to develop and, under suitable conditions, produce mushrooms annually.

The Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit contains 280 ml of substrate with active Psilocybe azurescens mycelium and is intended for outdoor cultivation on, amongst other things, damp wood chips.

At 24High, we believe clear explanations are important, especially for an outdoor grow kit that works differently from a standard indoor grow kit. That’s why we’ve set out below a step-by-step guide to what you’ll need, the best time to start and what to expect during the growing process.

What is the Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit?

The Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit contains active mycelium of Psilocybe azurescens. This mushroom species thrives on woody material, such as small beech wood chips, and is suitable for outdoor cultivation in a sheltered and shady environment.

What makes this grow kit special is that you do not use a traditional indoor fruiting chamber. You set up a suitable growing spot outdoors where the mycelium can spread. Under favourable conditions, the same spot can produce magic mushrooms again in subsequent seasons.

Outdoor cultivation follows a different rhythm to a standard indoor grow kit. In our guide to the cultivation process for home growers, you can read more about the development of mycelium and the various growth stages.

Why choose an Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit?

This grow kit is particularly suitable for growers who have outdoor space available and would prefer to set up a permanent growing site rather than repeatedly starting a new indoor grow kit.

Azurescens grows on a woody substrate and, provided the mycelium establishes itself properly, can thrive in the same spot for a long time. Fruiting mainly takes place when outdoor temperatures drop sufficiently in the autumn.

Is the Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit suitable for beginners?

Setting up the outdoor growing area is not technically extremely complicated, but it does require more preparation than a standard, fully colonised indoor grow kit. You need to prepare the wood chips yourself, allow the mycelium to grow through them, and then choose a suitable spot outdoors.

Furthermore, the resulting Azurescens magic mushrooms are known for their potent effects. That is why this strain is mainly chosen by users who already have experience with psychedelics.

What effects can you expect?

Psilocybe azurescens is considered a potent species of magic mushroom. The effects experienced vary depending on the individual, dosage, mental state and environment.

• Intense visual experiences
• More intense colours and patterns
• Deep philosophical thoughts
• Altered perception of time and space
• Creative thought patterns
• Intense physical sensations
• An experience that can be considerably more powerful than with many cubensis strains

As the experience can be intense, caution is important. A calm environment, appropriate dosage and thorough preparation play a major role in how the experience is perceived.

Azurescens is a potent outdoor mushroom species that grows on a woody substrate and primarily produces fruiting bodies during the cooler months.

How many Azurescens magic mushrooms should you take?

As Azurescens can be potent, a cautious dosage is important. Based on the guidelines provided:

• Mild experience: approximately 0.5 grammes dried or 5 grammes fresh.
• Moderate experience: approximately 1.5 grams dried or 15 grams fresh.
• More intense experience: approximately 2.5 grams dried or 25 grams fresh.

Always start cautiously if you have little experience with this strain and use an accurate set of scales. Bear in mind that individual sensitivity can vary greatly.

When should you start using the Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit?

The best time to set up the grow kit outdoors depends on the climate. In Northern Europe, people usually start in the spring, roughly from late March to June. In Southern European regions, set-up can take place later in the year, for example from September through to December.

The aim is to give the mycelium sufficient time to colonise the woody substrate before the cold autumn and winter months set in.

Growing information: Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit

• Intended use: outdoor
• Substrate: wood chips
• Potency: very potent
• Cultivation level: moderate
• Planting period in Northern Europe: approximately late March to early June
• Colonisation temperature: approximately 16–24 °C
• Fruiting temperature: around 7 °C
• Harvest period: approximately October to January

What do you need for the Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit?

As well as the grow kit, you’ll need a few materials to set up a suitable outdoor growing area. These are not included as standard.

• Approximately 10 litres of small beech wood chips, approximately 5 mm in size
• A brown cardboard box no more than approximately 15 cm deep
• A plastic container of approximately 1 litre with a lid
• Approximately 1 litre of soil, optional
• Grass seed, optional
• A clean fork or similar tool

How do you set up the Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit?

Step 1 – Prepare the wood chips

Fill a plastic container of about 1 litre about two-thirds full with small wood chips. Add boiling water so that the wood chips are completely submerged.

Step 2 – Soak the wood chips

Leave the wood chips to soak for about 12 hours or overnight. Then drain off all the excess water.

Step 3 – Loosening the mycelium

Wash your hands thoroughly. Open the grow kit and carefully loosen the mycelium using a clean fork or similar utensil.

Step 4 – Mixing the mycelium

Add the contents of the grow kit to the damp wood chips and distribute the mycelium as evenly as possible throughout the material.

Step 5 – Covering

Place a layer of damp brown cardboard over the mixture. Place the lid loosely on the container so that dust is kept out, but air circulation is still possible.

Step 6 – Colonisation

Leave the container at room temperature in a clean environment for about one month. When the wood chips have largely turned white due to the mycelium, the material is ready for outdoor use.

Step 7 – Treat the remaining wood chips

Place the remaining wood chips in a large bucket or pan and pour boiling water over them.

Step 8 – Soak again

Leave these wood chips to soak overnight as well, then drain the water completely.

Step 9 – Prepare the outdoor bed

Fill the cardboard box with both the colonised wood shavings and the newly prepared damp wood shavings.

Step 10 – Mix everything together

Mix the material gently and evenly using a clean fork or similar tool.

Step 11 – Burying it outdoors

Bury the open cardboard box in a shady spot, for example under a shrub or tree. If you wish, you can add a thin layer of damp soil, about 1 cm deep, and scatter grass seed over the top.

When growing outdoors, location, growing medium and patience are key elements of the process. In our guide to mistakes and lessons learnt when growing your own, you can read about the points to bear in mind whilst growing.

How long does it take before you can harvest Azurescens?

Azurescens works differently to a standard indoor grow kit. After setting up, the mycelium must first spread further through the woody material. Fruiting only begins once outdoor temperatures have dropped sufficiently.

According to the cultivation information provided, the mushrooms usually appear from autumn onwards, often around October or November, with the season potentially extending into December or January. The exact timing depends on the climate, temperature and how well the mycelium has established itself.

Outdoor growth cannot be planned precisely and may vary from season to season. Our guide to support and guidance for home cultivation will help you monitor the development of the mycelium more effectively.

How do you get the most out of your Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit?

Above all, choose a shady and damp spot where the mycelium won’t constantly dry out. A spot under bushes or trees may be suitable for this.

Patience is also key. Outdoor mycelium follows the natural seasons and cannot be controlled in the same way as an indoor grow kit. The first year is therefore mainly about ensuring good colonisation of the woody substrate.

Would you like to learn more about different cultivation methods? Then take a look at our guide to growing your own and advanced techniques.

How do you harvest Azurescens magic mushrooms?

Check the mushrooms regularly during the fruiting period. A common indicator that it’s time to harvest is when the membrane under the cap starts to loosen.

Gently grasp the stem, slowly twist the mushroom left and right, and carefully pull it upwards. Work as cleanly as possible and avoid unnecessarily damaging the surrounding mycelium.

Can you get multiple harvests?

Once the mycelium has become well established in the outdoor bed, multiple growth cycles may occur during a suitable season. The product information provided assumes approximately two to three harvests per year under favourable conditions.

A well-established wood bed can produce fruiting bodies again in subsequent years, provided the mycelium retains sufficient suitable substrate and appropriate conditions.

Contents of the Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit

• 280 ml substrate
• 100% active Psilocybe azurescens mycelium

Wood chips, cardboard, soil and other materials for the outdoor bed are not included.

Who is the Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit suitable for?

This grow kit is particularly suitable for growers with a suitable outdoor space who are prepared to allow the mycelium to develop over a longer period. It is a different method of cultivation to that used with standard indoor grow kits and requires more planning in terms of season, location and substrate.

Due to the potent nature of the resulting Azurescens magic mushrooms, this strain is primarily intended for experienced users.

What alternatives are there?

Would you prefer to grow indoors, or are you looking for a simpler growing process? In that case, a fully colonised Psilocybe cubensis grow kit may be a more accessible alternative.

• B+ – known for reliable growth and a more approachable nature.
• Golden Teacher – popular for its combination of visual effects and introspection.
• Ecuadorian – a well-balanced cubensis strain suitable for various levels of experience.
• McKennaii – a more potent cubensis strain for more experienced users.

Which grow kit is best suited to you depends mainly on the growing space available, your experience and whether you want to grow indoors or outdoors.

Safety and responsible use

Azurescens is known as a potent psychedelic mushroom strain. Only use magic mushrooms if you are an adult and well-informed. Do not combine them with alcohol or other drugs, and do not operate vehicles or machinery whilst the effects are still present.

Psychedelics are not recommended for people with a personal or family history of psychosis, schizophrenia or other serious psychiatric conditions. Are you taking medication, or are you pregnant or breastfeeding? If so, please consult a doctor before using psychedelic products.

Why choose 24High?

At 24High, we work with grow kits, paddock-grown products and magic truffles on a daily basis. That’s why we know how important clear explanations and proper preparation are. Do you have any questions about setting up or maintaining your Azurescens Outdoor Grow Kit? Our team will be happy to help.

Frequently asked questions

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Magic mushrooms can be dangerous to health when modified, alcohol or with MAO inhibitors. Do you use medicines? Always consult your doctor first and read the package leaflet of your medicine to prevent health risks. Also do not use the Magic mushrooms if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Handle these unique Truffles responsibly, and therefore do not participate in traffic when using them. So do not drive or drive other vehicles.

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