{"product_id":"blue-shimeji-mushroom-grow-kit","title":"Blue Shimeji Mushroom Grow Kit","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlue Shimeji Mushroom Grow Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: Ideal Fruiting Temperature: 10–20°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMushrooms will have significant problems or even fail to grow if temperatures exceed 22°C regularly or for more than very short periods of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDifficulty Level: Beginner\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Speed: First harvest in 7–14 days\u003cbr\u003eFlushes: Typically 2–3 under proper care, more or less depending on you!\u003cbr\u003eKit Includes: Pre-colonized, ready-to-fruit Blue Shimeji block\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Shimeji is a small-fruiting strain of blue oyster mushroom (\u003cem\u003ePleurotus ostreatus\u003c\/em\u003e), named for its clustered habit and size rather than its species. It is not botanically related to traditional Japanese shimeji (\u003cem\u003eHypsizygus\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eLyophyllum\u003c\/em\u003e). We have used this name to keep it in line with our spawn and genetic supplier Aussie Mushroom Supplies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eYou can find their information \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/aussiemushroomsupplies.com.au\/product\/mushroom-spawn-bag-1-7kg-blue-shimiji-pleurotus-ostreatus\/?srsltid=AfmBOooTk5mz_GhPaqP2n5pKoRO6NRcXXw7jsN1ggCDTDxnn1xX8ePHk\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e in regards to this variety. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarm-Fresh \u0026amp; High-Yield Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlways Fresh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our blocks are never “old stock.” They’re pulled weekly from active crop lines grown for over 150 top restaurants throughout W.A. Our primary focus is growing wholesale mushrooms—kits are simply taken from these same crop lines. Multiple crops every week. We have the best kits because our focus is not on kits!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighest Yields in Australia:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you find another kit that beats ours under the same conditions, we’ll refund both orders—and offer you a job!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSustainably Made:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted from 100% West Australian hardwood sawdust, W.A. legume hulls, and W.A. wheat bran—sterilized and inoculated by our expert team in W.A.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour \u0026amp; Culinary Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicate and faintly anise-sweet when young, developing a richer, savoury depth once cooked. Firm bite that holds its shape better than standard oysters, with a subtle seafood-like note that pairs naturally with butter, miso, and soy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe Ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePan-fried hard in a dry pan first, then finished with butter and thyme, the high heat brings out a crisp, almost scallop-like edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTossed through ramen, udon, or laksa right at the end so they keep their texture in the broth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRoasted in clusters with sesame oil, ginger, and a splash of mirin for a quick side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBattered and flash-fried for karaage-style mushroom bites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook hot and don't crowd the pan, Blue Shimiji release less water than larger oysters and reward a proper sear. More mushroom recipes and cooking inspiration on our website and socials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Growing Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart\u003c\/strong\u003e: The kits are vigorous as they are our farm crops, they need to be started once received, storing them in the fridge can delay the starting process 1-2 weeks.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnbox \u0026amp; Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the kit in a well-ventilated area with indirect light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMist Daily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the block humid with a light water spray (avoid direct sunlight or strong drafts).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintain Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aim for 10–20°C; if it’s hotter, you're going to have serious issues, move the kit to a cooler spot or air-conditioned space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatch Them Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiny “pins” will appear within about a week. Harvest when caps are fully formed but before they flatten out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore Help:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visit our instructions below for detailed steps and troubleshooting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themushroomguys.com.au\/pages\/instructions\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/4480\/4026\/files\/download-instructions.png?v=1699060359\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIf you would like printed instruction rather than digital ones with your order, please let us know in the order notes when placing your order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Our Kits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLargest Blocks in W.A.:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exactly what we grow for commercial harvests—no downsized versions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Shelves, No Waiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight from our farm to your door, ensuring peak vitality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted by Chefs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 150+ professional kitchens rely on our consistent, top-quality produce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Conscious:\u003c\/strong\u003e Substrates are locally and sustainably sourced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Mushroom Guys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45829348327610,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/4480\/4026\/files\/20260506_100758.jpg?v=1778033433","url":"https:\/\/themushroomguys.com.au\/products\/blue-shimeji-mushroom-grow-kit","provider":"The Mushroom Guys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}