--- product_id: 586258672 title: "North Spore Organic Shiitake (100 ct) Mushroom Plugs for Logs | Premium Quality Mushroom Plug Spawn | Handmade in Maine, USA | Grow Gourmet Mushrooms Outdoors on Logs | Lentinula edodes" brand: "north spore" price: "VT20407" currency: VUV in_stock: true category: "North Spore" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/586258672-north-spore-organic-shiitake-100-ct-mushroom-plugs-for-logs store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 100 plugs for 1-2 logs Easy hammer & wax inoculation 100% Maine-made premium spawn North Spore Organic Shiitake (100 ct) Mushroom Plugs for Logs | Premium Quality Mushroom Plug Spawn | Handmade in Maine, USA | Grow Gourmet Mushrooms Outdoors on Logs | Lentinula edodes **Brand:** north spore **Price:** VT20407 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍄 Unlock the secret to homegrown gourmet shiitakes—because your kitchen deserves the freshest umami! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** North Spore Organic Shiitake (100 ct) Mushroom Plugs for Logs | Premium Quality Mushroom Plug Spawn | Handmade in Maine, USA | Grow Gourmet Mushrooms Outdoors on Logs | Lentinula edodes by north spore - **How much does it cost?** VT20407 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/586258672-north-spore-organic-shiitake-100-ct-mushroom-plugs-for-logs) ## Best For - north spore enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted north spore brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Premium USA Craftsmanship:** Handmade in Maine by expert mycologists ensuring top-quality spawn and reliable growth. - • **Beginner-Friendly Cultivation:** Minimal tools needed; just a hammer and wax to start your shiitake journey with confidence. - • **Grow Gourmet Mushrooms Outdoors:** Perfect for small to medium log projects—turn your backyard into a sustainable mushroom farm. - • **Nutritious & Delicious Superfood:** Enjoy shiitake’s meaty texture and immune-boosting benefits, perfect for elevating your culinary game. - • **Seasonal Fruiting & Long-Term Yield:** Watch your logs fruit from summer through fall and even into winter after rainfalls—savor fresh mushrooms year-round. ## Overview North Spore Organic Shiitake Mushroom Plugs come in a 100-count pack designed for inoculating 1-2 small to medium logs. Handmade in Maine, USA, these premium spawn plugs are beginner-friendly, requiring only a hammer and wax for inoculation. Shiitake mushrooms grown on logs fruit seasonally from summer to fall and provide a nutritious, meaty ingredient ideal for cooking and immune support. ## Description Plug Spawn - Great for first time mushroom log growers. They are usually used for small projects of 1-10 logs, though some log cultivators will use them for larger projects. Inoculation: Works best with the Log Method. It will take at least 12 months of colonization before producing mushrooms and tends to fruit throughout the summer to fall growing season and after rainfalls. Preferred wood species are oak, maple, or beech. Difficulty: Beginner Shiitake is a great mushroom for beginners. They colonize quickly and are the most reliable producers of any species. Great for commercial cultivation! Cooking: Shiitake has a meaty texture when cooked and is good for drying and reconstituting in winter soups. It pairs beautifully with tamari, ginger, and garlic and can bring needed umami to many different dishes. ## Features - IDEAL FOR GROWING ON LOGS: Mushroom plugs work best for small to medium log inoculation projects. 100 count plug spawn packs usually are enough for 1-2 logs. - GREAT FOR BEGINNERS: Easy to use. Mushroom plug spawn is very resilient and economical for small projects. Minimal tools required- mushroom plugs require only a hammer and some wax. - 100% MADE IN USA: In-house mushroom spawn production. Made in Maine from the highest quality cultures by expert Mycologists. - SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS are nutritious and delicious- a perfect meat substitute. Great for drying and reconstituting in soups. - SHIITAKE MUSHROOMS boost immune system function. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B096DB6XNC | | Brand Name | North Spore | | Color | Brown | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (207) | | Item Package Weight | 0.14 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | North Spore | | Number of Pieces | 100 | | Size | 100CT | | UPC | 851555008573 | | Unit Count | 100.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** North Spore - **Colour:** Brown - **Indoor/outdoor use:** Outdoor - **Material features:** GMO Free - **Special features:** Pet Friendly ## Images ![North Spore Organic Shiitake (100 ct) Mushroom Plugs for Logs | Premium Quality Mushroom Plug Spawn | Handmade in Maine, USA | Grow Gourmet Mushrooms Outdoors on Logs | Lentinula edodes - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/813aO90nieL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can you grow this strain in bags?** A: Yep, you absolutely can grow this strain in a bag, but we typically use a different strain in our fruiting blocks. I hope that helps! **Q: What species of tree logs do they grow do best on?** A: Definitely oak, but they can grow well on many other things. Check out the chart here: https://northspore.com/pages/grow-mushrooms-on-logs-videos **Q: What growing zone? will these grow in North Texas?** A: Yes, these will definitely grow in North Texas. This is a wide ranging strain that will grow almost anywhere in the US that gets enough rain. **Q: What type of shiitake are these?** A: It is a prolific strain known for its wide temperature range and was selected from numerous strains by our mycologists for outdoor use. We refer to it as LE3. I hope that helps! ## Frequently Bought Together - North Spore Organic Shiitake (100 ct) Mushroom Plugs for Logs | Premium Quality Mushroom Plug Spawn | Handmade in Maine, USA | Grow Gourmet Mushrooms Outdoors on Logs | Lentinula edodes - 1 lb. 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