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Shiitake

Lentinula edodes

Shiitake mushrooms

Advanced growing conditions

Flush target 16°C · 85% · 750 ppm CO₂

Published pinning and fruiting conditions for Shiitake
StageTemperatureHumidityCO₂
Pinning13–19°C80–90%750 ppm
Fruiting13–19°C80–90%750 ppm
Flush target
16°C · 85% · 750 ppm CO₂

Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) is a rewarding variety to grow in your Flush. The classic — smoky, meaty, endlessly useful.

What to expect

A steady climate and a little patience will give Shiitake 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 Shiitake preset. In Advanced mode, use 16°C, 85% humidity and around 750 ppm CO₂ as your Flush target.

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