What Is The Best Mushroom Growing Kit?

The Best Mushroom Growing kit, is the kit that works. It is a big part of why most of the mushroom growing kits we produce and sell here in the UK are what we call "ready growing" what we mean by this is that, the kit you will receive, the hard part of mushroom growing has been taken care of, the compost has been fully spawn run and is less prone to infection / contamination and is well on its way to be cropping its first flush of tasty mushrooms.

Certain kits such as our Indoor Shiitake Mushroom Growing Kit, will have its first crop within just 7-10 days from when you receive it, which if you are looking for quick results, this is the best way to grow shiitake mushrooms, however it is not the only method, for a process which requires less (no) daily care, you can achieve the same results outdoors with a shiitake mushroom outdoor log growing kit.

Types of Mushrooms that can be Grown with a Mushroom Cultivation / Growing Kit

When it comes to growing mushrooms, there is a wide variety of species to choose from. While some mushrooms are more challenging to cultivate than others, many can be easily grown using an indoor mushroom cultivation kit

1. White Button Mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus): These are the most common and widely consumed mushrooms. They have a mild flavor and a firm texture, making them versatile for a range of culinary uses.

2. Oyster Mushrooms (Pleurotus): Oyster mushrooms come in various colors, including white, yellow, and pink. They have a delicate flavor with a hint of sweetness. Oyster mushrooms are known for their fast growth, firm and meaty texture which remains once cooked and the fact they can be harvested multiple times. We Personally only produce Pink and Yellow Mushroom Growing Kits

3. Shiitake Mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) : Shiitake mushrooms are popular in Asian cuisine and are known for their rich, smoky flavor. They have a meaty texture and are often used in stir-fries, soups, and sauces. Shiitake Mushrooms Crop very heavily on the first flush, one of our kits will yield approx 1kg of shiitake on its first crop.

4. Lion's Mane Mushrooms (Hericeum Erinaceus): Lion's Mane mushrooms have a unique appearance, resembling a white pom-pom. They have a delicate, seafood-like flavor and a texture similar to crab or lobster. Lion's Mane mushrooms are gaining popularity for their potential health benefits, particularly for brain health. Lion's Mane in the UK, are actually illegal to forage, so the only way to grow them is with a mushroom growing kit!