Experience the joy of cultivating Blue Oyster mushrooms with our premium Blue Oyster Plug Spawn. Known for their striking blue hue and delectable flavor, Blue Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus ostreatus) are a favorite among mushroom growers and gourmet chefs. Our plug spawn makes it easy to grow these delightful mushrooms on hardwood logs or stumps in your backyard or garden.
Key Features:
- Premium Quality Mycelium: Our Blue Oyster Plug Spawn is developed from carefully isolated and tested mycelium strains, ensuring vigorous and robust growth.
- Sterile and Contaminant-Free: Produced in a controlled laboratory environment, our plug spawn is guaranteed to be free from contaminants, providing a high success rate for your cultivation projects.
- Easy to Use: Each plug is ready for inoculation, making the cultivation process straightforward and efficient for both beginners and experienced growers.
- Versatile Growing Conditions: Suitable for inoculating hardwood logs and stumps, particularly oak, maple, and beech, offering flexibility in your cultivation setup.
- Optimized for High Yield: Our plug spawn promotes rapid colonization and high yields, allowing you to enjoy bountiful harvests of Blue Oyster mushrooms.
Benefits of Blue Oyster Mushrooms:
- Nutrient-Rich: Blue Oyster mushrooms are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making them a nutritious addition to your diet.
- Immune Support: Known for their immune-boosting properties, Blue Oyster mushrooms help strengthen the body's defenses.
- Gourmet Flavor: Enjoy the mild, slightly sweet flavor of Blue Oyster mushrooms in a variety of dishes, from stir-fries to soups.
- Versatile Culinary Uses: Blue Oyster mushrooms are perfect for sautéing, grilling, or adding to your favorite recipes.
How to Use:
- Select Your Logs: Choose fresh, healthy hardwood logs or stumps, preferably from oak, maple, or beech trees.
- Drill Holes: Drill holes approximately 1 inch deep and 5/16 inch in diameter, spaced about 6 inches apart on your log or stump.
- Insert Plug Spawn: Insert the Blue Oyster plug spawn into the drilled holes and tap in with a hammer until flush with the log surface.
- Seal the Holes: Seal the holes with cheese wax or beeswax to protect the spawn from contaminants and pests.
- Incubate: Place the inoculated logs in a shady, moist environment and keep them off the ground to prevent contamination.
- Monitor and Maintain: Regularly check the logs for signs of mycelium growth and keep the logs moist by misting or soaking periodically.
- Harvest: Once the Blue Oyster mushrooms begin to fruit, typically within 6-12 months, harvest them by cutting them off at the base.
Product Specifications:
- Contents: 100 count Blue Oyster Plug Spawn
- Strain: Pleurotus ostreatus (Blue Oyster)
- Shelf Life: Best used within a few weeks of purchase; store in a cool, dark place or refrigerate to extend shelf life
- Packaging: Each plug spawn is packaged in a sterile, sealed bag to ensure freshness and quality
Guarantee:
We are committed to providing the highest quality plug spawn. If you encounter any issues with contamination or performance, we offer a free replacement to ensure your satisfaction and success in mushroom cultivation.
Blue Oyster Plug Spawn (100ct)
Classification:
- Kingdom: Fungi
- Phylum: Basidiomycota
- Class: Agaricomycetes
- Order: Agaricales
- Family: Pleurotaceae
- Genus: Pleurotus
- Species: P. ostreatus
- Variety: P. ostreatus var. columbinus
Other Names:
- Blue Oyster Mushroom
- Blue Pleurotus