Italian Oyster Sawdust Spawn

Italian Oyster is favored by those who appreciate a denser, meatier oyster strain with the same mild flavor and earthy aroma. These distinctive mushrooms with brown, frilled caps can reach impressive sizes. An ideal mushroom strain for beginners due to its fast colonization rate and consistent yield. They are also highly sought after for commercial production, particularly when cultivated on straw substrates.Colonization Rate: Of the sawdust spawn we offer, oyster mushrooms are the fastest to colonize. They take just 2–4 months in beds and 6–12 months on logs.Optimal Growing Conditions: Italian Oyster fruit best in the spring and fall. Ideal wood species include softer hardwoods such as Poplar and Aspen. Alternatively, other suitable species like Maple and more can be utilized. See our chart: Suitability of Tree Species for Growing Mushrooms on Logs for more information.Usage Recommendation: Italian Oyster sawdust spawn is suitable for various applications including log projects, outdoor beds, containers, and buckets. For optimal results, sawdust spawn is best utilized in larger projects involving 10 or more logs. NOTE: This product is not a standalone mushroom grow kit. To induce fruiting, Italian 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.