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What you will need

1. Garden rake - Used for maintaining the substrate and creating a suitable habitat.
2. Hose pipe - To control humidity and moisture levels.
3. Mulch - Provides organic matter and helps maintain moisture.
4. Logs or wood-chip - Ideal growing substrates for various mushroom species.
5. Shovel - For substrate preparation and maintenance.
6. Gloves and protective gear (optional) - Useful when working with soil and fungi.

Steps:

1. Maintain Moisture - Use the hose pipe to keep the substrate consistently moist. Mushrooms require specific moisture levels to thrive.
2. Apply mulch - Cover the mushroom beds with a layer of mulch to help maintain moisture and provide organic matter.
3. Protect the beds - Cover the mushroom beds with net or blanket to protect them from pests.
4. Light - most mushrooms grow in low-light or semi darkness, so avoid direct sunlight.
5. Monitor for contamination - Regularly inspect the growing area for contamination or other fungi. Remove any contaminants to prevent them from competing with your target mushroom.
6. Be patient - Mushroom growth can take time. It may be several weeks or months before you see the first flush of mushrooms. Be patient and continue to provide the right conditions.

By following these steps and using the right tools, you can successfully care for mushrooms while preserving the natural ecosystem.

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Written by Abel Daniel