Description
CVG Substrate – Sterile Coco Coir, Vermiculite, and Gypsum
At The Mushroom Merchant, we take pride in producing high-quality mushroom cultivation supplies designed for every level of grower. Our CVG substrate is a sterile, perfectly balanced blend of coco coir, vermiculite, and gypsum. Each batch is mixed, hydrated, and sterilized under controlled conditions to ensure consistency, cleanliness, and performance.
Clean Ingredients for Reliable Growth
This CVG substrate is made with 100 percent organic, plant-based ingredients and contains no animal manure or agricultural waste. The blend provides an ideal structure for mycelium development, promoting rapid colonization and healthy fruiting. Growers choose CVG because it offers a cleaner, more dependable alternative to waste-based substrates.
Ready to Use and Versatile
Every bag arrives sterile and pre-hydrated for immediate use. Simply spawn to bulk or grow directly in the bag. The 5-pound size offers the right balance of fast colonization and ample nutrition for multiple flushes under proper growing conditions.
Consistency You Can Trust
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cultivator, this CVG substrate delivers consistent results. The combination of coco coir for structure, vermiculite for moisture retention, and gypsum for essential minerals supports vigorous mycelium growth and dependable yields across many edible and gourmet mushroom species.
About CVG Substrate
CVG substrate, short for coco coir, vermiculite, and gypsum, has become the standard in clean, reliable mushroom cultivation. It retains moisture exceptionally well, offers balanced aeration, and resists contamination. As a result, it is one of the most trusted choices for both hobby and professional growers cultivating edible and gourmet mushrooms.
How to Use CVG Substrate
Getting started is simple. Each bag arrives fully hydrated and sterilized, requiring no preparation. It is ready to use straight out of the box. Mix colonized grain spawn with the CVG substrate, let it colonize, then open the bag to fruit. It’s that simple. Full instructions are included with each bag of substrate. You can also follow our step-by-step CVG Instructions or check out our Mushroom Growing Guide to learn how to inoculate, incubate, and fruit your mushrooms successfully.
Note: This product does not include spores or liquid culture. It is intended only for legal, edible, and gourmet mushroom cultivation. The manufacturer is not responsible for misuse or for cultivation of prohibited species.














Emily –
Made my mushrooms really happy and me even happier 🙂 just ordered 2 more bags!
David –
good stuff!
Jane –
This is my favorite substrate so far and it arrived fast
Ari –
Good no complaint
Jay P. –
I rarely leave reviews but this substrate actually blew my mind. I used it in my monotub twice now and the harvest is easily double and the canopy was even both time. Something about this stuff wow!
PJ Denver –
HUGE fruits
isaac –
works for cubes and has no manure.
Russ –
It worked but I learned I can make it at my home . I guess it’s good if you wanna save a few hours .
Eli Myers –
Good, clean, and arrived fast
Lucas –
consistent I have ordered four times thanks.
Harper Edelstein –
I’m happy with this substrate!
Ty –
I’ve been using this substrate for psilocybe cubensis and had good results. It is a good price and just easy to use.
Mike –
good stuff
PSILLY GROWER –
MUSHROOM MERCHANT DID IT AGAIN! They made the best substrate for my mushrooms and have good customer service. My first bag unfortunately arrived damaged in the mail, but they sent another same day. I will be back.
Hannah –
Really easy to use and good quality substrate.
steve –
good and cheap
Dylan –
Decent stuff but too expensive in my opinion..
Linda Jacobs –
thank you good customer service
Ryan –
Good cvg better than manure. My PE lc fruits well in this. I mix with milo spawn to bulk. Perfect every time so far.
Larry Maxwell –
Best mushroom substrate available if you do not want to make your own.
Scott Baker –
amazing product I have bought it a few times now and its consistent. no contamination yet!
Ellen P –
This stuff works every time, super clean, and consistent.
Darrius –
this substrate good stuff would def recommend to any body that trying to grow those cubies
LJ –
This is the right substrate for growing the type of mushrooms I and many others enjoy. Good stuff for real.
Douglas Miller –
great substrate!arrived quickly.
Seth –
I really was surprised how good this stuff is. I noticed a difference in growth, but its also just a lot cleaner to deal with. Good company!!
Julian Otero –
Great!!!
Alex –
good
Brian –
This product came quickly I am looking forward to using it.
Andrew Miller –
works like it is supposed to
Andre –
Hands down the best cvg out there, I recommend it.
Jeremiah –
this substrate works great for dung loving varieties. Ran some GT and PE on it and got 3 flushes and possibly one more. Good stuff.
Jimmy –
fast shipping + great quality substrate for actives