How to Grow a King Oyster Mushroom

Indoor or outdoor mushroom growing is not difficult or complicated once the proper supplies have been assembled. Tasty king oyster mushrooms are one of the most frequent types of home grown mushrooms and the spawn can be ordered from specialty mushroom supply nurseries. By growing your own mushrooms, you will have a steady supply of mushrooms on hand while ensuring an organic growing method. Children will find mushroom growing to be an educational and fascinating experience.

Things You'll Need

• 3-foot long, 5-inch diameter oak log cut during the dormant season
• Electric drill with 1/4-inch diameter drill bit
• King oyster mushroom plugs
• Rubber mallet
• Paraffin block
• Saucepan
• Small new paintbrush
• Mister

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Drill 2-inch long holes in the oak log, evenly spaced apart, with the drill and bit.

   • 2

     Insert the mushroom plugs into the drilled holes and pound them in even with the log surface with the mallet.

   • 3

     Melt the paraffin in the saucepan. Paint over each mushroom plug with the wax to protect the mushroom spawn from contamination.

   • 4

     Place the oak log in a location away from sunlight and mist the log with water every day. King oyster mushrooms will begin to grow in several days.