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  • Fully colonized 5 lb block of first-generation King Blue Oyster (Blue Oyster × King Oyster)
  • Thicker, meatier fruits than a standard oyster kit
  • Fruits at 60–82°F and tolerates cooler rooms
  • 2.5–3 lb of mushrooms across multiple flushes
  • Includes an ultra-fine pump mister and printed instructions

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    Our King Blue Oyster grow kit is a 5 lb block fully colonized with first-generation genetics from a Blue Oyster and King Oyster cross. It grows noticeably thicker, heavier fruits than a standard oyster kit while keeping the fast, forgiving growth that makes oysters easy.

    • 5 lbColonized block
    • 2.5–3 lbTypical yield
    • 60–82°FFruiting temp
    • MultipleFlushes
    • BeginnerSkill level

    Why grow our King Blue Oyster kit

    Thick and meaty

    Dense white stems you can slice into medallions and sear hard; they brown instead of collapsing.

    Rich umami

    Deeper flavor than standard oysters and a staple of plant-based cooking.

    Wide temperature range

    Fruits from 60 to 82°F and tolerates cooler rooms.

    How a ready-to-fruit kit works

    The hard parts of mushroom growing (sterilization, inoculation and colonization) are done before the block ships. Your job is to trigger fruiting and keep the surface from drying out.

    1Cut the bag

    Make one slit across the face of the block as shown in the instructions. Fresh air on the mycelium is the signal to stop feeding and start fruiting.

    2Mist daily

    Lightly mist the cut face once or twice a day with the included mister. Keep the surface from drying out; don't leave standing water.

    3Air and light

    Give it about 12 hours of indirect light a day. Fresh air is what builds thick stems and broad caps instead of leggy growth.

    4Harvest and rest

    Let the cluster size up fully and pick just before the cap edges flatten. Then stop misting for about a week before the next flush.

    Patience builds the stems: King Blue rewards waiting more than most oysters. The last few days before harvest are when the stems put on the density that makes this variety worth growing. Pick just before the cap edges flatten.

    King Blue Oyster kit specifications

    SpecDetail
    SpeciesPleurotus (Blue Oyster × King Oyster hybrid)
    Block5 lb, fully colonized with first-generation (G1) genetics
    In the box5 lb fruiting block, ultra-fine pump mister, printed step-by-step instructions
    Expected yield2.5–3 lb wet weight across multiple flushes
    Fruiting temperature60–82°F; tolerates cooler rooms
    LightIndirect light, about 12 hours a day
    HumidityMist the cut face 1–2 times daily
    FlushesMultiple, depending on conditions
    Fresh airImportant; good circulation prevents long, thin stems
    Skill levelBeginner; no sterile technique or equipment needed

    Get more from your kitA Tabletop Humidity Tent holds moisture around the block so you mist less and get fuller clusters, especially in dry winter air. Ready to grow King Blue Oyster from scratch? Start with our King Blue Oyster liquid culture syringe.

    Frequently asked questions

    How long until my King Blue Oyster kit starts fruiting?

    Usually within the first week or two after cutting. Clusters then take several more days to size up; let them, since the extra time builds the thick stems.

    Do I need a humidity tent or a special chamber?

    No. The kit is designed to fruit in open room air with daily misting. In dry homes, especially in winter with forced-air heat, a humidity tent holds moisture around the block so you mist less often and get fuller clusters.

    How many harvests will one kit give me?

    Most blocks give multiple flushes totaling 2.5–3 lb wet weight. Rest the block for about a week between flushes.

    Why are my mushrooms long and stringy with small caps?

    Not enough fresh air. In stale air the stems stretch while the caps stay small. Move the block somewhere with better circulation, or fan it a few times a day.

    Can I grow it outdoors?

    Indoors is strongly preferred. The block needs steady temperatures and protection from wind, direct sun and insects; fungus gnats find an exposed block quickly. A kitchen counter, bathroom shelf or any spot out of direct sunlight works well.

    What's the difference between this kit and King Blue Oyster liquid culture?

    The kit is already colonized and ready to fruit, so there's no sterile work. Our King Blue Oyster liquid culture syringe is for growers who make their own grain spawn and want to scale up or run multiple grows.

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    Beautiful

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    Fast shipping, great packaging, beautiful mushrooms. I was happy with how quickly this kit fruited. Thank you so much for the great service and product! I absolutely will be ordering again.

    Blue King Oyster

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    You guys are awesome! These grow better than any other brand I have tried! Blue king Oyster's are the best tasting oyster ever! Simply amazing!

    BIG!

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    GIANT MUSHROOMS! rapid growth, very full healthy clusters. very satisfied.

    Wow!

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    My new favorite Mushroom! This grows much larger than the regular blue and has a better taste! No waiting like the King Oyster, it fruits amazingly fast!

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