Organic Chestnut Mushroom Outdoor Log Kit

Our Outdoor Log Growing Kits contain everything you need to grow mushrooms on logs, totems, and stumps! Each starter kit contains a drill bit, sealing wax, a wax applicator, a 100ct bag of plug spawn, and complete instruction guide. If you're gifting the kit or aren't ready to begin your project, you can select a voucher instead of plug spawn, which can be redeemed on site at a later date.

See our Log Cultivation FAQ to learn more about growing on logs!

Difficulty: Intermediate

Chestnut mushrooms aren't too difficult to cultivate, but can pose some minor challenges with identification. Not ideal for first time cultivators or those unfamiliar with how to properly identify different mushrooms species. 

A popular cultivated mushroom in Japan, the Chestnut mushroom is grown best on deciduous oak or maple logs. Once cultivated, the Chestnut mushroom has a full flavor that is evoked with thorough cooking. We recommend you use its rich, nutty flavor as a compliment to autumn soups. 

Note: Spawn is living and perishable.

Outdoor Log Growing Kits can be shipped either with mushroom spawn included (for projects that will begin within 3 months of the order date) or shipped with a voucher for receiving spawn at a later date (best for gifting or for projects beyond a 3 month start date). Plug spawn can live unrefrigerated for up to three months, though it is best to keep it refrigerated for long-term storage.