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Maitake

Grifola frondosa

Maitake mushrooms

Advanced growing conditions

Flush target 18°C · 93% · 650 ppm CO₂

Published pinning and fruiting conditions for Maitake
StageTemperatureHumidityCO₂
Pinning15–21°C88–98%650 ppm
Fruiting15–21°C88–98%650 ppm
Flush target
18°C · 93% · 650 ppm CO₂

Maitake (Grifola frondosa) is a rewarding variety to grow in your Flush. Hen of the woods: feathery fronds, extraordinary roasted.

What to expect

A steady climate and a little patience will give Maitake the best chance to fruit evenly. Check your block regularly as pins form and the first flush develops.

Growing in your Flush

In Basic mode, choose the Maitake preset. In Advanced mode, use 18°C, 93% humidity and around 650 ppm CO₂ as your Flush target.

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