Aspen Oyster Mushroom Pleurotus populinus

Aspen Oyster Mushroom

Pleurotus populinus

10 cc/ml liquid fungi mycology culture syringe with a sterile needle.

Aspen Oyster Mushroom Pleurotus populinus Liquid Culture, cold-tolerant hardwood mushroom for outdoor cultivation on aspen and poplar

Pleurotus populinus, commonly known as the Aspen oyster mushroom, is a robust and flavorful oyster species that thrives on aspen, poplar, and other soft hardwoods in cool, temperate climates. This cold-tolerant variety fruits in late spring to early summer and is known for its attractive white to buff-colored caps, dense clusters, and savory, umami-rich flavor. It is a favorite among foragers in northern forests and is now available for cultivation using high-quality liquid culture.

Aspen oyster mushrooms are ideal for growing on freshly cut logs, stumps, or sawdust blocks made from aspen, cottonwood, or other Populus species. Their strong colonization and reliable fruiting make them a great choice for outdoor mushroom beds, log stacks, and forest farming setups.

Key features:

• Species: Pleurotus populinus, commonly called Aspen oyster mushroom

• Type: Liquid mushroom culture in sterile nutrient broth

• Ideal for: Aspen logs, poplar wood, cottonwood, hardwood sawdust blocks, outdoor mushroom beds

• Growth habit: Broad oyster-shaped caps, creamy white to tan color, dense fruiting clusters

• Seasonality: Fruits in cool to mild temperatures, typically spring through early summer

Why grow Aspen oyster mushrooms:

• Cold-tolerant oyster mushroom well-suited for northern climates

• Grows specifically on Populus species like aspen, poplar, and cottonwood

• Excellent texture and flavor for gourmet culinary use

• Performs well on logs and sawdust blocks with minimal maintenance

• Ideal for food forests, backyard mushroom gardens, and small-scale farms

How to use:
Inoculate sterilized grain with Aspen oyster mushroom liquid culture. Once fully colonized, use the grain spawn to inoculate freshly cut aspen or poplar logs, or transfer to pasteurized sawdust blocks made from suitable hardwoods. Maintain in a shaded, moist environment outdoors or in a greenhouse. Fruiting typically occurs during spring to early summer when temperatures range from cool to mild.

Pleurotus populinus Aspen oyster mushroom liquid culture is an excellent choice for mushroom growers looking to cultivate a reliable and delicious oyster mushroom species adapted to cooler regions. Whether for personal harvest, culinary markets, or forest edge cultivation, this species adds seasonal variety and flavor to any mushroom growing setup.

*instructions are not included, please thoroughly research growing conditions and techniques.