{"product_id":"lion-s-mane-mushroom-spawn-hericium-erinaceus-appalachian-wild-culture-1-log-production-strain","title":"Lion’s Mane Mushroom Spawn Hericium erinaceus: Appalachian Wild culture #1 Log production strain","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe grow all of our cultures commercially and stand behind their viability and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis strain of Hericium erinaceus is fast colonizing, dependable, and produces beautiful white cascading spines with a mild, slightly sweet flavor chefs love. It is a strong commercial producer and performs consistently when grown under proper conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpect production within about 6 months on logs, typically fruiting the following spring or fall after inoculation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImportant Growing Recommendation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your goal is log production, we highly recommend comb tooth types such as Hericium americanum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are growing indoor fruiting blocks, traditional Lion’s Mane Hericium erinaceus performs best and produces the classic dense pom pom shape most people expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing the right Hericium for your growing method makes a big difference in results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpawn Options\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Fresh made to order sawdust spawn\u003cbr\u003e\n• Plug spawn for easy log inoculation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese are locally tested, heavy producing commercial strains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLog Selection Matters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Use freshly cut hardwood logs\u003cbr\u003e\n• Let logs rest about 2 weeks after cutting so natural antifungal compounds break down\u003cbr\u003e\n• Avoid old or dried logs\u003cbr\u003e\n• 4 to 6 inch diameter logs are ideal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe thicker the log, the longer it can produce. With proper care, logs can yield for 3 to 6 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSawdust Spawn Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• An inoculation tool\u003cbr\u003e\n• Hot wax or pliable wax to seal holes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrill, fill, and seal each inoculation point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are only doing a few logs, you can place them in a trash bag for a couple months during colonization and skip waxing. Just do not forget about them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also use low tech methods like the totem method or packing spawn into a fresh chainsaw cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlug Spawn Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for beginners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Use an 8.5 mm or 5\/16 inch drill bit\u003cbr\u003e\n• Drill 1 inch deep holes with a stop collar\u003cbr\u003e\n• Hammer in plug spawn\u003cbr\u003e\n• Seal with wax to prevent drying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf skipping wax, the trash bag method can work during early colonization. Keep logs out of direct sun and somewhere warm to speed growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter Inoculation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLet logs rest in a shady, moist location for about 6 months to fully colonize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese logs are alive and need moisture. Water during extended dry periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFruiting often happens after several days of rain followed by warming temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe grow what we sell and test everything in our Southwest Virginia climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProven strains. Reliable production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harder Mushrooms","offers":[{"title":"5 lb sawdust spawn","offer_id":48852242170107,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 plugs","offer_id":48852242202875,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 plugs","offer_id":48852242235643,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 plugs","offer_id":48852242268411,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/0529\/0747\/files\/il_fullxfull.6896371331_4ro9_d891e8d3-2556-467c-b488-7df755aa75d7.jpg?v=1778510564","url":"https:\/\/hardermushrooms.com\/products\/lion-s-mane-mushroom-spawn-hericium-erinaceus-appalachian-wild-culture-1-log-production-strain","provider":"Harder Mushrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}