Inoculation dowels are used for inoculating hardwood logs. We recommend a density of 25 – 50 for a log with a diameter of 10 – 20 cm and a length of about 1 meter.

The wood should not be older than one month. Alder, oak, and beech are particularly suitable, but other hardwood species can also be used.

A detailed guide for mushroom cultivation on logs can be found here.

Substrate:

– Hardwood logs

Colonization phase:

– Duration: depending on the wood type, 8 – 24 months; the log should be placed in a shady, wind-protected area without direct contact with the ground. Care should be taken to keep the log moist during the colonization phase.

Fruiting initiation:

– Temperature: 10 – 24 °C
– Humidity: > 60%

Harvest waves:

– Several for 3 – 10 years

Special features:

Wonderful intense flavor

If you haven’t yet delved into the topic of mushroom cultivation or would like to explore it further, you can learn how in our mushroom cultivation courses.