North Spore Organic Italian Oyster Mushroom Spawn Plugs, 100 ct | Beginner-friendly Plug Spawns for Log Inoculation, Grow Gourmet Mushrooms Outdoors,($21.99Value)

Description

IDEAL FOR GROWING ON LOGS: Mushroom plugs work best for small to medium log inoculation projects. 100 count plug spawn packs usually are enough for 1-2 logs. GREAT FOR BEGINNERS: Easy to use. Mushroom plug spawn is very resilient and economical for small projects. Minimal tools required- mushroom plugs require only a hammer and some wax. 100% MADE IN USA: In-house mushroom spawn production. Made in Maine from the highest quality cultures by expert Mycologists. ITALIAN OYSTER MUSHROOMS are nutritious and delicious: can easily replace button mushrooms in most recipes and pair well with many cuisines and flavors. ITALIAN OYSTER MUSHROOMS are high in vitamin B and essential amino acids. Plug Spawn - Great for first time mushroom log growers. They are usually used for small projects of 1-10 logs, though some log cultivators will use them for larger projects. Inoculation: On Logs - Works well with the Log, Stump, and Totem methods. Colonization is fast and should start producing in 4-12 months. They fruit best in the spring and fall and prefer softer hardwoods such as poplar and aspen, though they will also work on maple. Difficulty: Beginner Italian Oyster mushrooms are a great mushroom for beginners. They colonize quickly and are reliable producers. Decent for commercial cultivation, especially grown on straw with cooler temperatures. Cooking: Italian Oysters can easily replace button mushrooms in most recipes and pair well with many cuisines and flavors. Like all Oyster mushrooms, they retain water and may develop a viscous texture when undercooked. If you prefer a firm or dryer texture, continue to cook Italian Oysters until their liquid has reduced and cooked off and they begin to brown.