About this episode
In this episode of The Evergreen Thumb , we take a deep dive into the fascinating process of growing shiitake mushrooms on logs. Cultivating shiitake mushrooms at home is a fun and rewarding way to produce your own fresh mushrooms at home! Join us as our guest Kevin Zobrist, a WSU Extension Forester, covers everything you need to know, including: Selecting the right type of logs for shiitake cultivation The inoculation process and tools you'll need How to maintain the ideal conditions for healthy mushroom growth Tips for harvesting shiitake mushrooms and getting multiple flushes from your logs Overcoming common challenges like pests and contaminants Tune in to learn how to transform logs into a thriving mushroom crop and bring the magic of fungi into your garden! For resources, links, a transcript, and more be sure to visit our website at https://evergreenthumb.mastergardenerfoundation.org/episode032/