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Beginner

How to Grow Pink Oyster

Pleurotus djamor

Showy coral-pink and the fastest to fruit — loves the heat.

Ideal growing conditions

Temperature
75–82°F (24–28°C)
Humidity
86–92%
Fresh air (FAE)
Very high
Light
Bright indirect

Timeline

Pins 2–4 days · harvest 5–7 days.

When to harvest

While vivid pink, edges curled — fades fast as it ages.

Substrate

Straw or hardwood.

Flavor & cooking

Meaty, bacon-like when crisped.

Grower notes

Short shelf life — eat within a day or two. Won't pin below ~65°F; color is most vibrant at 75–80°F.

Our dialed-in targets

Our zone — pin 78°F · 94% · 500 ppm CO₂ · fruit 80°F · 88–90% · 500–600 ppm · 1,500–2,000 lux

MycoIQ tunes targets like these to your room as you log grows — so they get sharper every harvest.

Frequently asked questions

What temperature does Pink Oyster need?

Pink Oyster fruits best at 75–82°F (24–28°C), with relative humidity around 86–92% and very high fresh-air exchange.

How long does Pink Oyster take to grow?

Pins 2–4 days · harvest 5–7 days. MycoIQ tracks each block and forecasts your harvest window as it goes.

When should I harvest Pink Oyster?

While vivid pink, edges curled — fades fast as it ages.

Is Pink Oyster good for beginners?

Pink Oyster is rated beginner to grow. Short shelf life — eat within a day or two. Won't pin below ~65°F; color is most vibrant at 75–80°F.

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