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It will not grow on hemlock.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gOYbh2GSbts?si=lmg-MuePrhdF8p_J\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North Spore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45948235597,"sku":"LOG-GL1-100","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/8179\/files\/log-kit-organic-red-reishi-mushroom-outdoor-log-growing-kit-31833290211430.jpg?v=1762457274"},{"product_id":"hen-of-the-woods-outdoor-mushroom-log-kit","title":"Organic Hen of the Woods (Maitake) Mushroom Log Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdvanced\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHen of the Woods is a tasty polypore that frequently weighs twenty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pounds. It gets its name from resembling a small hen covered with leaves. Hen of Woods has a semi-firm texture and taste similar to eggplant. It can be ripped into small pieces and added to a dish or left large to be the centerpiece of a meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHen of the Woods \u003cstrong\u003ewill only fruit in oak logs\u003c\/strong\u003e. After a 1-year colonization period above ground, Hen of the Woods logs may be partially buried under 2 inches of top soil to mimic their natural place in an ecosystem. The mushrooms will fruit from logs and emerge out of the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should be noted that Hen of the Woods is prone to being out competed by other fungi and is not a reliable producer without first treating your logs. To limit variables we strongly suggest you sterilize 8\" by 8\" segments of oak log before inoculation and incubate your log segments for a few months in sealed\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northspore.com\/products\/autoclavable-xls-bags\"\u003efilter patch bags\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003euntil they are completely colonized. Remove them from the bag and partially bury them in a shady location. 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Its lacy sides make it a great option for frying, roasting, sautéing, and adding a visual flair to many dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHen of the woods mushrooms are great for enthusiast growers who have had some success with other more advanced species. Because hen of the woods is not a strong competitor, it requires a different cultivation strategy. Inoculation works best when logs are steam sterilized, incubated and colonized in filter patch bags, then removed from bags and partially buried in a shaded spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHen of the woods sawdust spawn is only recommended for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northspore.com\/pages\/grow-mushrooms-on-logs-videos\"\u003elog projects\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne bag of sawdust spawn will reliably inoculate 20 logs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHen of the Woods (Maitake) log chart:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 350px;\" cellspacing=\"10\" cellpadding=\"10\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEST WOOD SPECIES*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite Oak, Red Oak, Bur Oak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOTHER SUITABLE SPECIES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAVOID\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll other woods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpon receiving your spawn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove it from the shipping box as soon as possible. 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And, when cooked, they will fill the air with an aroma that is reminiscent of cashews and butterscotch. As namekos grow, they become covered in a layer of natural gelatin which gives them a unique, almost shiny appearance. In addition to eating the mushroom, their \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003egelatinous covering has a variety of uses and can be made into soups, sauces, or used as a natural thickening agent!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNameko mushroom kits require extra attention and more time to produce mushrooms. Because they need cooler temperatures and constant humidity when fruiting, they are more difficult to cultivate. They are not ideal for beginners, but can be quite rewarding for experienced growers. 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A culinary favorite, their flavor is best described as earthy, nutty, and mild with a slightly peppery-sweet finish. Pioppino mushroom kits, though reliable, may take extra attention and time to produce mushrooms. They prefer cooler temperatures and need constant humidity. Using a humidity tent or humidity-controlled fruiting chamber will help mitigate moisture issues as long as there is proper fresh air exchange.\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"North Spore","offers":[{"title":"1-Pack","offer_id":44820875640934,"sku":"BLOCK-AA1","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":44820875673702,"sku":"BLOCK-AA1-4CT","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8-Pack","offer_id":44820875706470,"sku":"BLOCK-AA3-8CT","price":144.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/8179\/files\/fruiting-block-organic-pioppino-mushroom-grow-kit-fruiting-block-1202701248.png?v=1762215534"},{"product_id":"hen-of-the-woods-plug-spawn","title":"Organic Hen of the Woods (Maitake) Plug Spawn","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHen of the woods\u003c\/strong\u003e, aka Maitake (\u003cem\u003eGrifola frondosa) \u003c\/em\u003eis a succulent polypore with a delicate feathery texture and earthy rich flavor. Its lacy sides make it a great option for frying, roasting, sautéing, and adding a visual flair to many dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHen of the woods can be difficult to cultivate, and is therefore recommended for enthusiast growers who have had some success with other more advanced species or are looking to experiment and try new methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause hen of the woods is not a strong competitor, it requires a different cultivation strategy. Inoculation works best when logs are steam sterilized, incubated and colonized in filter patch bags, then removed from bags and partially buried in a shaded spot.\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProperties:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHen of the woods is traditionally valued for it's medicinal qualities and has been used to \u003c\/span\u003ereduce cancer growth as well as lower blood pressure and cholesterol. In human trials, Hen of the Woods has improved symptoms by over 50% in patients with second to fourth stage liver or breast cancer (Lindequist, 2005). Hen of the Woods has also been shown to activate essential components of the immune system including macrophages, T-cells, and NK cells (Namba et al.,1992). While boasting medicinal properties, Hen of the Woods can also be dried, powdered and turned into a restoring tea. The dried powder has been shown to reduce hypertension (Rogers, 2011).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D20HZ8-jIas?autoplay=1\u0026amp;mute=1\u0026amp;controls=0\u0026amp;rel=0\u0026amp;loop=1\u0026amp;playlist=D20HZ8-jIas\u0026amp;modestbranding=1\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\n\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North Spore","offers":[{"title":"100 plugs","offer_id":49155023885,"sku":"PLUG-GF1-100","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 plugs","offer_id":49155023949,"sku":"PLUG-GF1-500","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/8179\/files\/plug-spawn-organic-hen-of-the-woods-maitake-plug-spawn-1202763310.png?v=1762256564"},{"product_id":"pioppino-grain-spawn","title":"Organic Pioppino Mushroom Grain Spawn","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur USDA-certified organic pioppino\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (Cyclocybe aegerita) \u003c\/em\u003egrain spawn features a strain that fruits clusters of snappy-stalked, medium-to-large mushrooms with velvety brown caps. Pioppino is a relatively fast substrate colonizer but can be very finicky, which requires some patience and precision. They prefer cooler temperatures and are prone to drying out or halting their growth if humidity is not maintained when the mushrooms are still in their early stages. However, when they grow successfully you can expect decent harvests of these delicious mushrooms. They do not reliably produce second flushes, but may produce if conditions remain controlled and humidity is correct. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePioppino grain spawn can be used for indoor production using sawdust-based sterile substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDo not use grain spawn for log inoculation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is not a mushroom grow kit. Pioppino grain spawn must be combined with a substrate in order to fruit. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUpon receiving your spawn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRemove it from the shipping box as soon as possible. Then, unfold the top of the bag, making room for air space. It's also important to check and confirm that the filter patch is not obstructed. This will help the organism breathe and continue to thrive!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eScroll down for specifications, growing, and storage guides.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North Spore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15925984690278,"sku":"GRAIN-AA1","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/8179\/files\/grain-spawn-organic-pioppino-mushroom-grain-spawn-1202701240.png?v=1762216355"},{"product_id":"hen-of-the-woods-grain-spawn","title":"Organic Hen of the Woods (Maitake) Grain Spawn","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur USDA-certified organic Hen of the woods (\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrifola frondosa) \u003c\/em\u003efeatures a popular strain that produces mushrooms with a delicate feathery texture and earthy rich flavor. Hen is one of the finest fungi on the market, despite the fact that it's not as popular as other foods in its category. Its lacy sides make it a great option for frying, roasting, sautéing, and adding a visual flair to many dishes. Indoor fruiting can be inconsistent, and growing conditions must be well maintained. For this reason, these mushrooms are best for more advanced growers who have had some success growing other species indoors. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHen of the woods grain spawn can be used for indoor production using sawdust-based sterilized substrate. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDo not use grain spawn for log inoculation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is not a mushroom grow kit. 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When cooked, they have an earthy flavor with subtle fruit-like hints, and an aroma reminiscent of cashews and butterscotch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNameko mushrooms need cooler temperatures and constant humidity when fruiting, and are not ideal for hot or dry climates. It can be difficult to cultivate and is ideal for advanced and enthusiast growers who have had some success growing other mushrooms. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northspore.com\/blogs\/the-black-trumpet\/5-of-the-best-nameko-mushroom-recipes\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNameko sawdust spawn can be used for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northspore.com\/pages\/grow-mushrooms-on-logs-videos\"\u003elog projects\u003c\/a\u003e and\/or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/northspore.com\/pages\/mushroom-garden\"\u003eoutdoor beds\u003c\/a\u003e and top-fruiting containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNameko sawdust spawn must combined with a substrate (like hardwood chips) or used in log inoculation in order to fruit. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf growing on logs, one bag of sawdust spawn will reliably inoculate 20 logs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNameko log chart:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\" cellspacing=\"10\" style=\"width: 350px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBEST WOOD SPECIES*\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAspen, Beech, Buckeye, Cherry, Chestnut, Cottonwood, Hophornbeam, Hornbeam, Hard Maple, Oak, Sweetgum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOTHER SUITABLE SPECIES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlder, Ash, Basswod, Birch, Elm, Eucalyptus, Hackberry, Soft Maple, Mulberry, PineWillow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAVOID\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHemlock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpon receiving your spawn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove it from the shipping box as soon as possible. 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When cooked, nameko has an earthy flavor with subtle fruit-like hints, and an aroma reminiscent of cashews and butterscotch. Because they need cooler temperatures and constant humidity when fruiting, they require patience and precision. They are not ideal for beginners but can be quite rewarding for experienced growers.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNameko grain spawn can be used for indoor production using sawdust-based sterilized substrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use grain spawn for log inoculation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is not a mushroom grow kit. Nameko grain spawn must be combined with a substrate in order to fruit. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpon receiving your spawn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove it from the shipping box as soon as possible. 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