Grow your own Black Trumpet mushrooms with this mycelium kit
Appreciated for their rich flavor and unique shape, Black Trumpet mushrooms are prized forest fungi among cooking enthusiasts. With this kit, you can grow these natural treasures in your garden or forest.
Details
This kit contains a tube of liquid Black Trumpet mycelium (Craterellus cornucopioides), produced under optimal sterile conditions. The mycelium is ready to be diluted in a sweetened water solution to start cultivation.
Black Trumpet mushrooms thrive in symbiosis with trees such as:
- Beeches
- Oaks
- Chestnut trees
- Hazel trees
- Conifers
They prefer rich, heavy soils (e.g., clay), very moist, with moderate sun exposure.
Product benefits:
- Compatible with natural environments or wooded gardens.
- Suitable for outdoor cultivation, ideal in forest conditions.
- Produces tasty and unique Black Trumpet mushrooms for cooking.
- Environmentally friendly and sustainable method.
- Allows prolonged fruiting if the mycelium is well maintained.
Cultivation instructions
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Preparation of the sweetened water mixture :
- Use bottled mineral water to minimize chlorine presence.
- Add about 10% preservative-free apple or lemon syrup (glucose/fructose).
- Mix the contents of the mycelium tube at 15 ml per 1.5-liter bottle or 50 ml per 5-liter bottle.
- Gently shake to evenly distribute the mycelium.
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Mycelium development :
- Place the mixture in a dark room at a stable temperature of at least 20°C.
- Let rest for 4 to 5 days until the mycelium filaments develop and the liquid becomes cloudy.
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Soil inoculation :
- Dig holes or trenches about 20 cm deep near the target trees.
- Fill the holes with a mixture of leaf compost, wood, straw, or humus.
- Spread the mycelium mixture over the substrate, then add a thin layer of mulch to preserve moisture.
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Environmental conditions :
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Humidity : Maintain high humidity, especially during dry periods.
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Temperature : Favor a climate between 10°C and 25°C.
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Exposure : Prefer semi-shaded or shaded areas.
Seasonality and harvest
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Inoculation : Spring or early autumn, when the weather is mild and humid.
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Expected fruiting : Black Trumpets usually appear from August to November, about 2 to 3 years after inoculation.
Transform your space into a true forest sanctuary and discover the joy of growing your own Black Trumpet mushrooms. Adopt a sustainable cultivation method today!
Why choose SemiSauvage - Permaculture?
At SemiSauvage - Permaculture , we offer high-quality products designed to encourage sustainable cultivation. Our mycelium tubes are carefully vacuum-sealed to ensure their purity and effectiveness.
Each kit includes a detailed manual , with clear instructions and practical tips to maximize your chances of success, whether you are a beginner or experienced.
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