How to grow your own Pink Oyster Mushrooms
Pink oyster mushroom (Pleurotus djamor), are a vibrant mushroom that you will rarely see in supermarkets. More meaty in texture than yellow and grey oyster mushrooms, these are a fan favourite as a meat substitute as the texture likens itself to a perfect meat replacement.
Try tearing into strips and pan frying in garlic and butter for a delicious mushrooms on toast breakfast.
Pink Oysters are a great choice to begin your mushroom growing journey with, the exotic species grows quickly and you will see results very quickly, being able to harvest your mushrooms in only 7-10 days.
With one of our Pink Oyster Mushroom Growing Kits you do not have to worry about inoculating the compost / substrate or adding any spawn, we have already taken care of this aspect of mushroom growing so your kits arrive, ready to go and ready to fruit. This sets us out from other mushroom growing kits as our kits arrive at a stage guaranteed to grow, all you need to do is simply spray into the three holes, twice per day and the mushroom fruit bodies will form.
How to setup your Pink Oyster Mushroom Growing Kit
With Pink Oyster Mushroom Growing, it is important to set your grow kit up in the right conditions so it can fruit, typically all of our mushroom growing kits we sell for mushroom cultivation are designed to be grown indoors, out of direct sunlight.
The growing process is very easy and beginner friendly. Whilst each kit comes with easy instructions, We are always on hand for personalized product support and FAQ's are available for common queries.
The kits dimensions are 7x7x7" square in size containing enough nutrition to allow for for 2/3 Harvests
Step One - Setup
Ensure all three growing holes are cut in an "X" on your Kit
Locate your kit anywhere indoors, out of direct sunlight in an area which is between 14-21'c
Your compost will resemble brown straw, it may also have fine pinkish mycelium / growth on it, both are normal depending on the kits age.
Begin spraying the holes twice daily with water, you are not adding water, just keeping the area moist, any pooling water should be dabbed away inbetween spraying.
Your Oyster Mushroom Kit has enough nutrition for 2/3 harvests over 3/4 weeks. Please see article for our grow kit crop rates.
Growing Pink Oyster Mushrooms
Growing Pink Oyster Mushrooms
Step Two - Pinning
Each species of mushroom growing kit we offer will grow at different speeds, this kit typically provides its first crop within 7-10 days upon starting the kit. Pink Oyster Mycelium is very fine, so it will not blanket over the compost, instead fine pink mycelium will form tiny pins, which will get larger over the next few days, until similar size to the picture, to which then full growth is 4-5 days away.
With the Pink Oyster mushrooms, do not be alarmed if it looks like there is not much mycelium present, especially if comparing it to Yellow Oyster mycelium, which is very thick in comparison.
As the small pink mushrooms form, continue spraying these twice daily with water.
Fruiting and Harvesting
Fruiting and Harvesting Information
Step Three - Fruiting and Harvesting
After a week or so of growing, your kit will be fruiting out of the growing holes on the kit.
Please see the picture for reference, this is a typical crop which is now ready to pick. The mushrooms will grow as a "cluster" which is perfectly normal. You should harvest the entire cluster with a clean knife, slicing it off as close to the lid as possible.
The entire fruit body is edible, aside from the very base, closest to the root which is typically quite tough. We have a range of recipes on our blog.
Oyster Mushrooms are best picked before the edges upturn and the mushrooms flatten
If you see white / pink dust / spores on the box, it is time to pick.
How and when to harvest Pink Oyster Mushrooms
To harvest you should take a knife and slice the entire cluster of mushrooms, tight to the box so that you leave a clean, flat surface for the next crop of mushrooms to grow from. Then simply slice and discard the portion close to the root and enjoy the mushroom you have just grown.
Pink Oyster Mushroom Benefits and culinary uses
Pink Oyster Mushrooms, known for its vibrant hue and meaty texture. offers a plethora of nutrients and culinary applications.
Rich in essential nutrients, minerals and antioxidants, these are a healthy choice for any diet, being low in calories whilst per pound, very high in protein.
They can be sautéed, grilled, or incorporated into soups and stir-fries, enhancing the taste and nutritional value of meals. Additionally, their striking appearance makes them a visually appealing ingredient, often used to elevate the presentation of gourmet dishes.