(Pholiota nameko)
Grow mushrooms. Build soil. Bring a little woodland magic home.
This outdoor fruiting kit produces beautiful amber-orange mushrooms with glossy caps that shimmer after rain. Just bury the block, water it well, and within a few weeks, clusters of silky Nameko mushrooms may begin to emerge.
🌱 Why You’ll Love It
- 🍄 Unique, glossy amber mushrooms
- ❄️ Thrives in cool weather
- ⚡ Fruits in as little as 2–4 weeks
- 💧 Simple “bury and water” setup
- 🌱 Supports healthy, living soil
🌿 Why Gardeners Love It
While you’re enjoying the harvest above ground, the mycelium below works to:
- Break down organic matter
- Improve soil structure
- Retain moisture
- Support beneficial soil life
👉 A seasonal mushroom that keeps giving back to your soil.
🍽️ What Does Nameko Taste Like?
- Mild and slightly nutty
- Silky, lightly gelatinous cap
- Excellent for soups and sauces
Perfect for:
- Miso soup
- Broths
- Stir-fries
- Sauces
👉 The texture blends beautifully into liquid-based dishes
📦 What’s Included
- Fully colonized Nameko fruiting block
- Growing instructions
👉 Just add soil, straw, and water.
🌿 How to Plant
- Dig a 6–8 inch hole in a shady or semi-shady area
- Place the block in the hole
- Cover lightly with soil, straw, or leaves
- Water thoroughly
- Keep the area moist
Then let nature take over.
⏳ What to Expect
- Mushrooms may appear in 2–4 weeks
- Often triggered by cooler temperatures
- Typically produces multiple flushes a few weeks apart
🌡️ Best Growing Conditions
- Prefers cool temperatures
- Often fruits when temps drop below ~50°F
- Best planted fall through winter
Ideal Planting Locations
- Garden beds
- Shaded borders
- Hugelkultur mounds
- Near trees and shrubs
- Mulched areas
Perfect For
- Cool-season gardeners
- Mushroom lovers and home cooks
- Soup and broth enthusiasts
- Gardeners who enjoy unique varieties
📚 Need Help Getting Started?
We’ve got you.
Each kit includes simple instructions to help you plant, grow, harvest, and continue improving your soil over time.
👉 A beautiful and delicious mushroom for the cooler months.
What is a MycoGarden kit?
An outdoor mushroom-growing block designed to be buried directly in your garden.
Is this beginner-friendly?
Yes - just bury it and keep it watered.
How long does it take to grow?
Mushrooms may begin fruiting in 2–4 weeks.
What makes Nameko unique?
It has a glossy cap and a silky texture that works especially well in soups.
What does it taste like?
Mild, slightly nutty, and smooth in texture.
When should I plant it?
Best in fall through winter.
What temperatures does it prefer?
Cool temperatures - often fruits when it gets colder.
Will it fruit more than once?
Yes - typically produces multiple flushes.
What happens after harvesting?
The mycelium continues improving your soil.
When will my order ship?
Most orders ship within 1–2 business days.
