{"product_id":"shiitake-lentinula-edodes-mushroom-fruiting-logs","title":"Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) Mushroom Fruiting Log","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:a8872248-21df-4dcb-b2fd-4cac58d2365f-129\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-turn-start-message=\"true\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" data-message-id=\"afd8ee86-d306-4bcb-9daf-8d90afa96092\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"361\" data-start=\"341\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"361\" data-start=\"341\"\u003e(Lentinula edodes)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"448\" data-start=\"363\"\u003eGrow one of the most trusted and widely loved mushrooms in the world — right at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"744\" data-start=\"450\"\u003eThese fully inoculated logs are ready to produce shiitake mushrooms, known for their rich flavor and dependable harvests. Simply place your log in a shaded outdoor space, keep it watered, and after a natural establishment period, you’ll begin harvesting beautiful mushrooms season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"749\" data-start=\"746\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"774\" data-start=\"751\" data-section-id=\"1wkkpkq\"\u003e🌱 Why You’ll Love It\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍄 Classic, reliable gourmet mushroom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍽️ Deep, savory umami flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌳 Long-term production from a single log\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 Low-maintenance outdoor growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🎯 Consistent seasonal harvests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"977\" data-start=\"974\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"1000\" data-start=\"979\" data-section-id=\"znnb2a\"\u003e🌿 Variety Overview\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1038\" data-start=\"1002\" data-section-id=\"1o4jqpb\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e🍄 Shiitake WR \u003cem data-end=\"1038\" data-start=\"1018\"\u003e(Lentinula edodes)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 Forms umbrella-shaped brown caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍄 Rich, savory flavor that intensifies when cooked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌳 Naturally grows on hardwood logs, fruits in Spring and Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍽️ A staple in kitchens worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1254\" data-start=\"1216\"\u003e👉 The mushroom everyone comes back to\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1259\" data-start=\"1256\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"1285\" data-start=\"1261\" data-section-id=\"1eon2ns\"\u003e📦 What You’re Getting\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully inoculated hardwood log\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady to place outdoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo drilling or inoculation needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1423\" data-start=\"1388\"\u003e👉 We’ve already done the hard part\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1428\" data-start=\"1425\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"1445\" data-start=\"1430\" data-section-id=\"ghmckt\"\u003e🌿 How to Use\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLean the log against a tree or bury 1\/3 into the ground totem style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a spot under trees or along a north-facing area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly to keep the log from drying out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow time for the log to fully establish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1695\" data-start=\"1692\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"1715\" data-start=\"1697\" data-section-id=\"nqo22j\"\u003e⏳ What to Expect\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1917\" data-start=\"1717\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1783\" data-start=\"1717\" data-section-id=\"7gm3om\"\u003eInitial \u003cstrong data-end=\"1760\" data-start=\"1727\"\u003ebrowning\/establishment period\u003c\/strong\u003e takes several months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1831\" data-start=\"1784\" data-section-id=\"1dfxxh5\"\u003eAfter that, mushrooms will fruit seasonally\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1874\" data-start=\"1832\" data-section-id=\"10wu1g\"\u003eLogs can produce for \u003cstrong data-end=\"1872\" data-start=\"1855\"\u003eseveral years\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1917\" data-start=\"1875\" data-section-id=\"nqrcy1\"\u003eMultiple flushes per year are possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1960\" data-start=\"1919\"\u003e👉 This is a long-term, reliable producer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1965\" data-start=\"1962\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"1996\" data-start=\"1967\" data-section-id=\"19ckxl\"\u003e🌡️ Best Growing Conditions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2074\" data-start=\"1998\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2019\" data-start=\"1998\" data-section-id=\"1uxb8ft\"\u003eOutdoor placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2050\" data-start=\"2020\" data-section-id=\"127e6yo\"\u003eShaded, humid environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2074\" data-start=\"2051\" data-section-id=\"mkl0x2\"\u003eConsistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2079\" data-start=\"2076\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"2125\" data-start=\"2081\" data-section-id=\"qhfug5\"\u003e🍽️ What Do Shiitake Mushrooms Taste Like?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2186\" data-start=\"2127\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2146\" data-start=\"2127\" data-section-id=\"1cm8j2r\"\u003eRich and savory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2168\" data-start=\"2147\" data-section-id=\"bftn4x\"\u003eDeep umami flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2186\" data-start=\"2169\" data-section-id=\"1cywws3\"\u003eMeaty texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2200\" data-start=\"2188\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2264\" data-start=\"2202\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2216\" data-start=\"2202\" data-section-id=\"1p870k2\"\u003eStir-fries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2226\" data-start=\"2217\" data-section-id=\"1r0xyde\"\u003eSoups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2239\" data-start=\"2227\" data-section-id=\"51io44\"\u003eGrilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2264\" data-start=\"2240\" data-section-id=\"i94chd\"\u003eDrying for later use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2269\" data-start=\"2266\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"2287\" data-start=\"2271\" data-section-id=\"80m9f\"\u003e🎁 Perfect For\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2425\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2303\" data-start=\"2289\" data-section-id=\"twd458\"\u003eHome cooks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2343\" data-start=\"2304\" data-section-id=\"1o9jpqh\"\u003eGardeners who want reliable results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2381\" data-start=\"2344\" data-section-id=\"1p8r931\"\u003eBeginners and experienced growers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2425\" data-start=\"2382\" data-section-id=\"k6cwg3\"\u003eAnyone building a long-term food system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2430\" data-start=\"2427\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-end=\"2463\" data-start=\"2432\" data-section-id=\"150nkli\"\u003e📚 Need Help Getting Started?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2479\" data-start=\"2465\"\u003eWe’ve got you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2608\" data-start=\"2481\"\u003eEach log comes ready to grow, along with simple instructions to help you place it correctly and get the best long-term results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2656\" data-start=\"2610\"\u003e👉 A dependable mushroom that keeps on giving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstyle\u003e\n  .faq-section { 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class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhat is a fruiting log?\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\nA hardwood log that has already been inoculated with mushroom culture and is ready to grow outdoors.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eIs this beginner-friendly?\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\nYes - just place it in a shaded area and keep it watered.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eHow long does it take to grow?\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\nFruiting can take up to a year, depending on conditions.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhat is the “browning” period?\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\nThis is when the mycelium fully colonizes the log and prepares for fruiting.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhere should I place the log?\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\nIn a shaded outdoor area, placed or buried vertically.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eHow long will it produce mushrooms?\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\nLogs can produce for several years.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eHow often do shiitake logs fruit?\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\nTypically multiple times per year once established.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eDo I need to do anything special to trigger fruiting?\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\nSoaking the log can help encourage fruiting once established.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-question\"\u003eWhen will my order ship?\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer\"\u003e\nMost orders ship within 1–2 business days.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mushroom 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