Lentinula edodes 100 inoculated wooden dowels. Shiitake mushrooms have been hailed for both their culinary and medicinal benefits, and their popularity increases every year. Found primarily on thicker-barked hardwoods like oak, they also do well on hardwoods like alder, although longevity is reduced. The most substantial fruiting appears 1–2 years from inoculation. The mycelium in Plug Spawn is certified organic. Inoculate stumps or logs that are not already inhabited by other fungi. It typically takes up to 12 months for your first flush of mushrooms to appear. In most climates, there is a cycle of 4–6 flushes per year. Natural soy sealing wax and complete instructions included with every order. Plug Spawns ship at the time the order is placed and should be started within one month of receipt, or sooner. Plug spawn is available September-April, as fall and winter months are the best times for inoculating logs.
