Mushroom growing

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  1. Parrot

    Parrot Gardener

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    As a newcomer to this forum, I'm not sure whether I am posting in the right bit so apologies in advance.
    Having recently inherited a damp cellar, I'm thinking about growing mushrooms but not sure where to access the various types of spawn. I have previously grown them using the Ready Boxes but would like to be a bit more adventurous.
    The posts I have seen on here are quite old so I'm wondering if anyone can offer some more up to date info/advice on UK based suppliers.
    Thanks in advance
     
  2. Parrot

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    Anyone have any suggestions ?
     
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    Sorry Parrot, can't help, I hope someone on this forum can help you.
     
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      Hi @Parrot I once bought a kit for shiitake and others where you grow them on planks of compressed wood shavings. I failed totally. I notice on eBay someone is selling oyster mushroom spawn. Maybe worth a try - it is only a couple of quid.
       
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      • Parrot

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        Thank you Caroline - I'll have a look at that and see if I can put my cellar to use !

        Thank you too John - your apology obviously worked:)
         
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