How Long Does It Take To Grow Mushrooms?


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How long does it take to grow mushrooms can be a rather obscure question.  The answer depends on several factors:  method of inoculation, temperature, materials used for the substrate, the mushroom species and the specific mushroom strain.

For the most popular mushroom varieties,using mushroom grow kits are the way to grow.  The spawn run is determined by the manufacturer, and mushrooms can appear in as little as two weeks.

A typical commercial cycle for compost grown mushroom species takes anywhere from 12 to 15 weeks.  If a lot of spawns are used then mushroom production can be seen as early as 6 weeks.

A spawn run for wood inhabiting mushroom species like shiitakes take from 6 to 18 months; an advantage is that mushrooms can continue to appear for several years afterward.

Once you learn how to grow mushrooms on your own, you’ll never have to ask “how long does it take to grow mushrooms” again.

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