Blue Oyster Mushroom Grow Kit
The perfect beginner mushroom! Blue oysters are prolific, reliable growers with a mild, delicate flavor that's perfect for any dish. Pre-inoculated and ready to fruit!
About Blue Oyster
Blue Oyster mushrooms (Pleurotus columbinus) are one of the most reliable and beginner-friendly varieties available. These beautiful mushrooms develop stunning blue-gray caps when young, fading to a creamy white as they mature. Known for their consistent growth and multiple flushes, blue oysters are the perfect choice for first-time growers.
- Scientific Name: Pleurotus columbinus
- Difficulty Level: Beginner
- Fruiting Time: 10-14 days
- Typical Yield: 2-4 lbs over 3-4 flushes
- Flavor Profile: Mild and savory
- What you'll need: Knife + spray bottle
Growing Your Blue Oyster Kit
Your kit comes pre-inoculated and ready to fruit. No injection required!
Break & Shake
Break up the mycelium and shake to distribute throughout the substrate. Takes 1 minute.
Wait
Let the mycelium colonize the substrate fully. Takes 2-3 weeks in a dark, room temperature location.
Activate
Make a small cut and add water. Place in indirect light and mist twice daily for 10-14 days until harvest.
Harvest & Enjoy
Harvest when caps are still small to medium-sized for best flavor and texture. Cut clusters at the base for multiple flushes.
Why Grow Blue Oyster?
Perfect for Beginners
Blue oysters are incredibly forgiving and reliable growers. They're the ideal choice for your first mushroom growing experience with consistent results.
Mild, Versatile Flavor
With their delicate, slightly sweet taste, blue oysters complement any dish without overpowering other flavors. Perfect for soups, stir-fries, and pasta.
Multiple Harvests
Blue oysters typically produce 3-4 flushes from a single kit, giving you several harvests over time. Maximum value from your growing investment.