Organic Blue Oyster Mushrooms - Boost Immunity with Homegrown

Robust and dependable.

Blue Oyster mushrooms stand out as a trustworthy producer, showcasing their resilience to cold conditions and abundant fruiting in the early spring or late fall seasons. They flourish both indoors and outdoors, making them an excellent choice for beginners venturing into log cultivation, as well as commercial growers utilizing straw substrates. Characterized by clusters of dimpled caps on robust, tender stems, these mushrooms start with a rich steel-gray hue that transitions to a soft light gray upon maturity. A beloved gourmet ingredient, their mild and silky texture makes them a flavorful enhancement to any dish.

Colonization Speed:Among our sawdust spawn varieties, oyster mushrooms are the quickest to colonize. They require merely 2 to 4 months when grown in beds and between 6 and 12 months on logs.

Ideal Growing Environment:Fruiting temperatures ranging from 55–75°F (13–24°C). Ideal wood species include Aspen, Cottonwood, Tuliptree, and Willow. Alternatively, other suitable species like Beech, Birch, Maple, Sycamore and more can be utilized. See our chart: Suitability of Tree Species for Growing Mushrooms on Logs for more information.

Usage Guidelines:Blue Oyster sawdust spawn can be effectively applied in various settings, including log projects, outdoor beds, containers, and buckets. For best results, it’s recommended to use sawdust spawn for larger-scale endeavors involving ten or more logs.

IMPORTANT:This product is not a standalone mushroom grow kit. To induce fruiting, Blue Oyster sawdust spawn must be combined with a substrate, such as straw, or used for log inoculation. See our chart: Substrate Types for Growing Mushrooms for more information.

Bag Weight:5.5 lb. USDA Certified Organic.