What You’ll GetThe Hassle-Free, Ready-to-Fruit Solution to Growing Shiitake at Home
Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) are deeply rooted in East Asian culture, with written records of their cultivation dating as far back as the Song Dynasty in 1209. Treasured for centuries for their bold umami flavour and potential health-supporting properties, Shiitake mushrooms remain one of the most widely grown and consumed mushrooms in the world today.
Traditionally regarded for their role in supporting vitality and general wellbeing, Shiitake mushrooms are now being explored by modern science for their unique bioactive compounds. These include beta-glucans and lentinan, a polysaccharide studied for its potential role in supporting immune response. As a result, Shiitake has become increasingly popular among those looking for naturally functional foods with both culinary and nutritional value.
Shiitake is a powerhouse in the kitchen—earthy, savoury, and packed with flavour. Whether used fresh in stir-fries and soups, dried into broths, or powdered into seasoning blends, this mushroom delivers gourmet taste with minimal effort.
Why Grow with TS WHITEROCK?
At TS WHITEROCK, we make mushroom cultivation accessible to everyone—without compromising on quality. Our Shiitake Mushroom Fruiting Block Kit is completely pre-colonised, meaning there’s no need to handle spores or manage colonisation periods. Just unwrap, rehydrate, and watch your mushrooms flourish.
The Benefits
- Beginner-Friendly – No experience required
- Generous Harvests – Yield up to 1kg+ of fresh Shiitake over multiple flushes
- Compact & Low-Maintenance – Grows in small spaces, with no strong smells
- Quick Results – Harvest within 3–4 weeks after rehydration
- Our Grow Guarantee – If your block doesn’t produce, we’ll replace it
How to Use
1. Prepare the Block:
Remove the block from its bag and submerge in cold water for 4–8 hours. Place a clean weight on top to keep it submerged.
2. Maintain Humidity:
After soaking, place the block in a high-humidity environment and mist 2–3 times per day. Once pins begin to form (usually within 1–2 weeks), reduce misting slightly to avoid soggy caps, and prioritise airflow.
3. Optimal Setup (Optional):
For best results, place the block in a fruiting chamber such as a Martha tent, MonoTub, or under a humidity dome to retain moisture and maximise airflow.
4. Harvest:
Your mushrooms will be ready in approximately 30 days. Harvest by gently twisting them at the base.
Growing Conditions
- Colonisation Temp: ~25°C (77°F)
- Fruiting Temp: 18–22°C (64–72°F)
- Humidity: 80%+
- Light: Indirect or ambient light (fruiting); darkness during colonisation
- Fresh Air Exchange: Essential for proper development
- Clean Environment: Helps prevent contamination
Our Ingredients
We only use 100% natural, organic, and food-safe ingredients:
- Millet & milo grains
- Hardwood pellets
- Soy hulls
- Gypsum
Each substrate block is hydrated to field capacity and sterilised in a state-of-the-art steam autoclave, then inoculated with TS WHITEROCK’s premium liquid Shiitake culture. The result? Rapid colonisation, reduced contamination risk, and outstanding yields.
What’s Included
- 3kg Fully Colonised Shiitake Fruiting Block
- Ultra Fine Mister (Optional)
- Humidity Tent (Optional)
- Our Lifetime Grow Guarantee
Storage Instructions
If not using immediately, store your block in the fridge. When stored cold, the block will remain viable for up to 3 months.
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