How to grow Oyster Mushroom in Australia
Grow on a prepared substrate such as straw or sawdust kept in a humid, shaded spot out of direct sun. Maintain high humidity by misting and keep fresh air moving to prevent leggy, deformed clusters.
At a glance
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Sun: Shade tolerant
- Water: 5 litres a week, watered every 1 days
- Time to harvest: 21 days
- Time to germinate: 7 days
- Soil pH: 6 to 7
- Frost tolerance: Frost hardy
When to sow by region
| Region | When to sow | Regional note |
|---|---|---|
| South East Queensland | All year | |
| Northern Rivers NSW | All year | |
| Sydney & Coastal NSW | All year | |
| Melbourne & Victoria | All year | |
| Adelaide & SA | All year | |
| Perth & WA | All year | |
| Tasmania | All year | Year-round indoors. Outdoor logs and buckets fruit beautifully in the cool humid Tasmanian autumn and spring. |
| Canberra & ACT | All year | |
| North Queensland | All year | |
| Darwin & Top End | All year |
Varieties
- Grey Oyster
- Pink Oyster
- King Oyster
Harvest and storage
Harvest tip
Harvest when the caps flatten out but the edges are still slightly curled under, before they go wavy. Twist or cut the whole cluster at the base, and more flushes follow.
Storage
Fridge in paper bag for 5 to 7 days. Dry or freeze for longer storage.