Shiitake Fruiting Block (10 lb)

Emory Market Gardens Shiitake fruiting block
Emory Market Gardens Shiitake fruiting block

Shiitake Fruiting Block (10 lb)

$40

Premium Inoculated Sterilized Substrate Shiitake - 10lbs

Take your mushroom cultivation to the next level with our premium Inoculated Sterilized Substrate. This professional-grade growing medium comes fully colonized and ready to fruit, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced growers looking for exceptional yields.

Product Features:

  • 10lbs of premium Shiitake 80/20 Mix substrate
  • Fully inoculated with vigorous Shiitake mycelium
  • Professionally sterilized for contamination-free growing
  • Ready to fruit with minimal setup required
  • Specially formulated with growing amendments for optimal yields
  • Uses only non-GMO ingredients for superior quality

Superior Substrate Composition:

Our premium Shiitake 80/20 Mix combines:

  • 80% hardwood pellets - Creates ideal structure and carbon source
  • 20% wheat bran - Provides essential nitrogen and nutrients
  • Proprietary growing amendments - Enhances yields and mushroom development

This balanced formulation has been perfected to create the ideal growing environment for Shiitake mushrooms, supporting robust mycelial growth and exceptional fruiting.

About Shiitake Mushrooms:

Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) are prized for their rich, earthy flavor, meaty texture, and impressive nutritional profile. Shiitakes develop thick, substantial stems and beautiful umbrella-shaped brown caps with distinctive gills.

Culinary Highlights:

  • Rich, savory umami flavor with a meaty texture
  • Robust earthy taste that enhances various cuisines
  • Excellent grilled, roasted, sautéed, or added to soups and stews
  • Versatile ingredient that holds up well in cooking

Nutritional Benefits:

  • Rich in protein, fiber, and antioxidants
  • Contains valuable B vitamins and vitamin D
  • Excellent source of minerals like selenium, copper, and zinc
  • Contains unique compounds like lentinan with potential immune-supporting properties

Growing Characteristics:

  • Known for producing substantial, meaty mushrooms
  • Typically fruits in individual mushrooms rather than clusters
  • Prefers cooler temperatures for fruiting (50-70°F)
  • Can produce multiple flushes with proper care

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