Wide Range Shiitake Strains
Warm Weather Shiitake Strains
Cool Weather Shiitake Strains
Japanese Rapid Method Shiitake Strains
Oyster Plug Spawn
Other Specialty Strains
Plug spawn is mycelium grown into hardwood dowels which can be easily tapped into holes drilled into a log. It's a natural choice for small projects because it is easy to use, requires no special tools and is available in small quantities. Use an 8.5mm bit with stop (or a 5/16" drill bit) to drill the logs, and a hammer to tap them in. Once the holes are filled, seal them with wax to prevent the spawn from drying out.
Plug spawn is extremely durable - we recommend it for fall inoculations in cold climates and stump inoculations. Although it takes nearly 30% longer than sawdust to colonize a log and is more expensive than sawdust spawn at equivalent inoculation rates, it is an excellent spawn type choice for beginners and small projects.
Shiitake Plug Spawn
Wide Range Shiitake Strains
Warm Weather Shiitake Strains
Cool Weather Shiitake Strains
Japanese Rapid Method Shiitake Strains
Oyster Plug Spawn
Other Specialty Strains