(Pholiota adiposa)
These blocks feature a popular strain widely cultivated in Japan. Mushrooms are velvety with small-to-medium, delightfully speckled caps resembling the color of their namesake nut. And when cooked, they have a woodsy aroma, a crunchy texture, and a rich, nutty, mildly-sweet flavor.
Chestnuts prefer cooler temperatures and are prone to drying out or stopping their growth if humidity is not maintained when the mushrooms are still in their early stages. They can also be trickier to get subsequent fruitings, so attempting a second flush requires extra work and attention.
“5 of the Best Chestnut Mushroom Recipes”
Upon receiving your kit:
Remove kit from the shipping box as soon as possible. Then, unfold the top of the bag, making room for air space. It's also important to check and confirm that the filter patch is not obstructed. This will help the organism breathe and continue to thrive!
GARDEN GROW | CHESTNUT MUSHROOMS
PLANTING & GROWING
Dig a hole as large as the block in full shade, remove wrapping, and place in hole filling in the spaces around it with dirt. Apply a thin layer of wood chips and watch your mushrooms appear within a couple weeks.
MEDICINAL BENEFITS
- Mushrooms are full of antioxidants
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- & immune boosting properties
Note: While generally safe, some individuals may have skin sensitivity to it, and it should be avoided during pregnancy.
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FLAVOR & PAIRING
Chestnuts have a distinct nutty, earthy, and slightly sweet flavor with a firm, crunchy, and meaty texture that holds up well during cooking. Pair with butter, garlic, thyme, rosemary, parsley, and root veggies, and rich cheese.