Shiitake Mushroom Vegetable Seeds for a Bountiful and Flavorful Harvest

Cultivate a delicious and nutritious harvest with Shiitake Mushroom seeds, a premium variety prized for its rich flavor and culinary versatility. Perfect for home gardeners seeking easy-to-grow mushrooms, these seeds thrive in controlled environments, producing tender, flavorful fungi suitable for soups, stir-fries, and gourmet meals.

Features:

1. Variety: Shiitake
2. Growth habit: Saprophytic, grows on logs, sawdust blocks, or suitable substrates
3. Fruit characteristics: Firm, meaty, flavorful caps
4. Light requirements: Indirect light
5. Temperature requirements: Prefers 55–75°F (13–24°C)
6. Suitable for: Indoor cultivation, garden mushroom beds, and containers

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Non-GMO spores or plugs
2. Planting Season: Spring to fall (depending on climate)
3. Zones: USDA Zones 4–10 (with proper temperature control)
4. Germination/Colonization Time: 2–6 weeks depending on substrate
5. Days to Harvest: 60–120 days from inoculation depending on method
6. Growth Medium: Logs, sawdust blocks, or other sterilized organic substrates
7. Watering: Maintain high humidity, mist substrate as needed
8. Maintenance: Ensure proper humidity and ventilation for optimal fruiting

Planting Guide:

1. Prepare suitable substrate, such as logs or sawdust blocks.
2. Inoculate the substrate with Shiitake spores or plugs.
3. Keep the substrate in a shaded, humid environment.
4. Maintain moisture by misting as needed without waterlogging.
5. Harvest mushrooms when caps are fully formed and firm, typically 60–120 days after inoculation.

Benefits:

1. Easy-to-grow, high-quality Shiitake mushrooms
2. Produces tender, flavorful fungi ideal for culinary use
3. Suitable for indoor and outdoor cultivation
4. Nutrient-rich and perfect for soups, stir-fries, and gourmet dishes