They didn't work for me at all in the recommended oak log.

2funguys Spawn and Wax Combo - Shiitake Mushrooms Mushroom Mycelium Plug Spawn - 100 Count Plugs - 3oz Wax Grow Edible Gourmet & Medicinal Shitake Fungi On Trees & Logs

2funguys Spawn and Wax Combo - Shiitake Mushrooms Mushroom Mycelium Plug Spawn - 100 Count Plugs - 3oz Wax Grow Edible Gourmet & Medicinal Shitake Fungi On Trees & Logs

Q: Will these work on 4 year old logs, bark still attached, that previously had been used for mushrooms but they've stopped growing?

I would be cautious. In my opinion (I’m no expert) I would be concerned that the mushroom flushes you’d eventually get may be from another colony of unidentified or possibly poisonous variety. I cut down a tree, wait 3 weeks for the trees natural enzymes which prevent fungal growth to break down and then inoculate those logs. This way I can be reasonably sure the shiitake mycelium gets there first and lessens the possibility of some other not so edible variety showing up. Again I’m no expert which is why I don’t trust my ability to identify mushrooms by sight alone. My logs sit in a damp dark part of my woods where all sorts of nasty fungi grow, at least I can be reasonably sure that the mushroom that looks like a shiitake growing from the hole I put a plug in, is in fact a shiitake.

Q: do they reproduce or have to ise more pligs for more mushrooms?

Set up correctly, the fungus colonize the log, thereby allowing it produce mushrooms for years to come.

Q: Can you use candle wax to cover the openings?

I bought this kit a while back, followed the instructions, the whole project was a failure. The wax they provide is candle wax. (paraffin) If I were to do it again I would use beeswax.

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Plant or Animal Product Type
Mushroom
Indoor/Outdoor Usage
Outdoor
Brand
2funguys
Material Feature
Organic
Color
Brown White
Item Weight
10 Ounces

🍄100+ plugs

📏5/16" diameter

☀️Full sun exposure

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Spawn and Wax Combo - Shiitake Mushrooms Mushroom Mycelium Plug Spawn - 100 Count Plugs - 3oz Wax Grow Edible Gourmet & Medicinal Shitake Fungi On Trees & Logs

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Description

🌱 Cultivate Your Culinary Adventure!

SUSTAINABLE FUN - Cultivate delicious shiitake while being eco-friendly.
EASY INOCULATION - Simple instructions for a hassle-free growing experience.
FAST ACTING MYCELIUM - Experience first fruiting in just 6-15 months!
GROW YOUR OWN GOURMET - Transform your backyard into a gourmet mushroom haven!
JOIN THE FUNGI REVOLUTION - Be part of the growing community of mushroom enthusiasts!

The 2funguys Spawn and Wax Combo offers everything you need to grow your own shiitake mushrooms at home. With 100 mycelium-infused plug spawn and easy-to-follow instructions, you can start your mushroom-growing journey on hardwood logs, stumps, or bolts. The 3oz wax ensures optimal growth, and with a diameter of 5/16", these plugs are designed for easy inoculation. Enjoy the satisfaction of homegrown gourmet mushrooms while contributing to a sustainable lifestyle.

Specifications

Package Dimensions	24.61 x 17.09 x 6.1 cm; 283.5 g
Part number	shiwax
Sunlight exposure	Full Sun
Item model number	shiwax
ASIN	B06Y28J9RR

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