{"product_id":"shiitake-mushroom-5lb-fruiting-block-ready-to-fruit-table-top-farm-grow-kit","title":"Shiitake Mushroom 5lb Fruiting Block: Ready to Fruit Table Top Farm Grow Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow food.\u003cbr\u003e\nCreate wonder.\u003cbr\u003e\nEat together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTurn your kitchen into a tiny mushroom farm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo sterile lab.\u003cbr\u003e\nNo experience required.\u003cbr\u003e\nJust a little patience and the willingness to mist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 5.5 lb ready to fruit Shiitake block arrives fully colonized and ready to produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFree shipping (orders $35 and up) if you purchase two or something else from our shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGuaranteed to fruit. If it doesn’t, we’ll coach you through it and replace if need be\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy Shiitake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShiitake is one of the most beloved gourmet mushrooms in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRich. Savory. Meaty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeep umami flavor that transforms simple meals into something memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike delicate fast fruiters, shiitake grows thick, firm caps that feel substantial and cook beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the mushroom that makes people say,\u003cbr\u003e\n“I didn’t know homegrown could taste like that.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe Did the Hard Part\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost people want to grow mushrooms but worry it is complicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe already handled the sterile work.  Shiitakes are one of the hardest crops to grow in blocks DIY.  If you want to grow your own we highly recommend our plug and sawdust spawns for logs!\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eThis block is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Fully colonized\u003cbr\u003e\n• Farm tested strain\u003cbr\u003e\n• Packed fresh\u003cbr\u003e\n• Ready to fruit in the bag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll you have to do is trigger it by opening.\u003c\/p\u003e  \n\n\u003cp\u003eShiitakes are interesting creatures.  The trama of shipping initiates fruiting so if you don’t want it to fruit upon arrival it needs to be stored in the fridge.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat Happens Next\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSmall brown buttons form first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey expand over several days into thick, firm caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when caps are mostly open but edges are slightly curled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin several days you should see small brown button caps forming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey expand quickly once they start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep at room temperature with indirect light. Avoid direct sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the Plastic Bag Completely\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTake the block fully out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRemove block completely from the bag and place on a plate. The black liquid is a sign of a healthy block… AKA shiitake pee.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eShiitake are not high CO₂ lovers like oysters. They want air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLeaving them trapped in plastic can delay or weaken the flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e2. Trigger With Moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a strong flush or to induce second or third fruitings:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Soak it submerged in cold water for 2–4 hours\u003cbr\u003e\n• Let it drain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis mimics a rain event and strongly encourages fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoaking is optional for the first crop, I’ve never actually done it myself but it is done for shiitakes. I do like leaving my old blocks outside and they fruit naturally when the weather is right.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e3. Place in the Right Spot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• 60–75°F\u003cbr\u003e\n• Indirect light\u003cbr\u003e\n• Good airflow\u003cbr\u003e\n• Not in direct sun\u003cbr\u003e\n• Not near heat vents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet it on a tray or plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e4. Mist Lightly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMist 1–2 times per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou want surface humidity, not saturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your house is dry, loosely tent with a grocery bag to trap humidity. Leave the bottom open so it can breathe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat Happens Next\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSmall brown buttons form first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey expand over several days into thick, firm caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when caps are mostly open but edges are slightly curled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHelpful Tips So You Win\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Shiitake likes fresh air and humidity\u003cbr\u003e\n• Indirect light is perfect\u003cbr\u003e\n• Room temperature is ideal\u003cbr\u003e\n• Avoid hot, stagnant air\u003cbr\u003e\n• Consistency beats over misting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf it feels very light after a few weeks, soak the block in water for a few hours before attempting a second flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen to Harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when caps are mostly open but edges are still slightly curled under.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwist or cut at the base with scissors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpect multiple flushes with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen finished, plant the block in a shady spot outdoors. You may get bonus fruits when conditions line up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e⸻\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur Promise\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf your shiitake block does not fruit, we will personally coach you through the process and replace it if need be.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eNo stress.\u003cbr\u003e\nNo waste.\u003cbr\u003e\nJust success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBring real flavor back to your table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrow something worth gathering around.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harder Mushrooms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48852240367867,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/0529\/0747\/files\/il_fullxfull.7751366078_qytd.jpg?v=1778510545","url":"https:\/\/hardermushrooms.com\/products\/shiitake-mushroom-5lb-fruiting-block-ready-to-fruit-table-top-farm-grow-kit","provider":"Harder Mushrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}