Shiitake Mushroom Grow Kit - Inoculated Log

Our Shiitake Mushroom Grow Kit includes a 30cm inoculated log crafted specifically for growing Shiitake mushrooms. The log is pre-drilled with holes, filled with mushroom plugs, and sealed with beeswax from our own beehives. Cultivate Shiitake mushrooms in the comfort of your home and savour their firm texture and delicious flavour.

Shiitake Mushrooms

Shiitake mushrooms are the second most widely cultivated mushrooms globally. They offer a firm texture and enhance the taste of various foods. Additionally, Shiitake mushrooms possess medicinal properties, such as lowering cholesterol levels and boosting the immune system.

• Incubation Period: 9 months
• Storage Tip: Retains its flavour when dehydrated, making it convenient to store in bulk without spoilage.

Growing Mushrooms at Home

Your mushroom logs should be placed in a shady, humid, and warm area with good air circulation to avoid mould growth. Ensure they are near a water source, as they need to be kept moist throughout the incubation and fruiting stages. Ideal storage locations include:

• Against a Building: Provides necessary shade.
• South-facing Slope or Basin: Maintains warmth and humidity.
• Under a Forest Canopy: Shields the logs from direct sunlight.
• Underneath Shade Netting: Offers protection from direct sunlight.

Ensure the location is easily accessible. During the summer months, the logs need to be watered at least every couple of days.

Pro tip: Submerge your logs completely underwater for 10 seconds to ensure your logs are completely saturated with water.

Start your journey of growing Shiitake mushrooms with our Shiitake Mushroom Grow Kit and relish the unique flavours and health benefits they bring to your home.