Blewit Mushroom
Cultivate your own gourmet Blewit mushrooms with this 5 lb. sawdust spawn kit. These unique mushrooms, ranging from lilac to purple, offer a mild, sweet flavor and silky texture, perfect for various culinary dishes. Blewits thrive in cold weather, fruiting after the first frost. Beyond the kitchen, they benefit your garden by attracting earthworms and improving soil health. This kit is certified organic and includes everything needed to start, along with detailed instructions for inoculation. Experience the joy of growing your own delicious and beneficial mushrooms.
$31.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
1331
/ 1492
#1331 in Plant & Herb Growing Kits
Price vs Category Average
-73%
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Form
Sawdust Spawn
/ Sawdust Spawn
Who it's for
- Exceptional Culinary Flavor
- Extended Harvest Season
- Unique Visual Appeal
Who should skip it
- Challenging Establishment
- Potential for Misidentification
- Specific Substrate Needs
Key Specs
Form
Sawdust Spawn
Species
nuda
Light Requirement
Shade
Water Requirement
Moist, well-drained
Inoculates approximately 100 linear feet or 30-40 logs
Certified Organic
GLOBAL G.A.P Certified
USDA Organic Certified
Features
- Gourmet edible mushrooms with mild, sweet flavor
- Silky smooth texture
- Requires cold temperatures to fruit
- Attracts earthworms to improve soil
- Certified Organic and USDA Certified
- Recycles hardwood leaves and compost
- Easy to inoculate
- Suitable for indoor or outdoor growing
What customers say
Customer sentiment regarding the Blewit Mushroom spawn from Wayside Gardens is generally positive, driven by the excitement of cultivating a gourmet, perennial mushroom variety. Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the initial product received, noting that the spawn plugs or mycelium are robust, well-packaged, and appear healthy upon arrival, reflecting Wayside Gardens' reputation for high-quality horticultural supplies. However, the overall satisfaction score is slightly tempered by the inherent challenges associated with establishing a successful mushroom patch. Blewits require specific conditions—namely, rich organic matter and significant patience, often taking 6 to 12 months before the first fruiting occurs. Successful growers express immense satisfaction, highlighting the unique flavor and the rewarding experience of harvesting these fungi year after year, deeming the initial effort well worth the wait. Conversely, a segment of less experienced customers expresses frustration when the spawn fails to establish quickly or fruit within the first season, sometimes mistakenly attributing the failure to the product rather than environmental factors (such as insufficient moisture, incorrect substrate, or soil temperature). The consensus is that this product offers excellent starting material and high potential, but it is best suited for dedicated gardeners or those with prior mycology experience who understand the long-term commitment and specific environmental needs required for establishing a thriving Blewit colony. The value proposition is strong, provided the customer is prepared for the technical challenge and the extended waiting period.
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