{"title":"Nameko","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"grow-your-own-nameko","title":"Organic Nameko Mushroom Grow Kit Fruiting Block","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur nameko (\u003cem\u003ePholiota nameko\u003c\/em\u003e) fruiting blocks feature a popular strain widely cultivated in Japan. These kits produce mushrooms that have an earthy flavor with subtle fruit-like hints. 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. Using a humidity tent or humidity-controlled fruiting chamber will help mitigate moisture issues as long as there is proper gas exchange. \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North Spore","offers":[{"title":"1-Pack","offer_id":44820872200294,"sku":"BLOCK-PN1","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-Pack","offer_id":44820872233062,"sku":"BLOCK-PN1-4CT","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8-Pack","offer_id":44820872265830,"sku":"BLOCK-PN1-8CT","price":144.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/8179\/files\/fruiting-block-organic-nameko-mushroom-grow-kit-fruiting-block-1202701251.png?v=1762215526"},{"product_id":"nameko-mushroom-spawn","title":"Organic Nameko Mushroom Sawdust Spawn","description":"\u003cp\u003eNameko (\u003cem\u003ePholiota nameko\u003c\/em\u003e) is a popular cultivated mushroom in Japan. As they grow, they are covered in a layer of natural gelatin, which gives them a unique, almost shiny appearance. 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. 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","brand":"North Spore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40853661089894,"sku":"SAWDUST-PN1","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/8179\/files\/sawdust-spawn-organic-nameko-mushroom-sawdust-spawn-1202701277.png?v=1762216251"},{"product_id":"nameko-mushroom-grain-spawn","title":"Organic Nameko Mushroom Grain Spawn","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur USDA-certified organic nameko (\u003cem\u003ePholiota nameko\u003c\/em\u003e) grain spawn features a popular strain that's widely cultivated in Japan. As these mushrooms grow, they are covered in a layer of natural gelatin which gives them a unique, almost shiny appearance. 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. 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\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":15967842959462,"sku":"GRAIN-PN1","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2418\/8179\/files\/grain-spawn-organic-nameko-mushroom-grain-spawn-1202701242.png?v=1762216239"},{"product_id":"nameko-mushroom-cultures","title":"Nameko Mushroom Plate Culture","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlates cultures are ideal for growers looking to make master bags, inoculate grain, make liquid culture, or make more plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur nameko plates are made to order in our in-house lab using medical-grade petri dishes. 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