Pioppino Pod

Elevate your recipes with the perfect fungi 
for home cooks!

handful of mushrooms / harvest

1-2 harvest / pod

10-15 days growth

Total €19

3-5 days Express shipping to United Kingdom
All import & customs cost included.

3-5 days Express shipping to United Kingdom
All import & customs cost included.

Happy Growing Guarantee

Not satisfied with your mushrooms? Get a replacement Growing Pod or a refund - no questions asked.

About Pioppino

Pioppino mushrooms are like the elegant, earthy cousin of wild mushrooms—rich, nutty, and incredibly versatile. These mushrooms not only bring a warm, woodsy aroma to your kitchen but also serve as a delightful, healthy addition to countless dishes. Loved by both beginner home growers and seasoned culinary enthusiasts, they’re a must-try for anyone seeking a gourmet twist. Their flavor profile is deep and savory, with notes of roasted nuts and a subtle sweetness, perfect for enhancing risottos, soups, and stir-fries.

Pioppino mushrooms are a powerhouse of nutrition, packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and high-quality proteins. Their slightly firm texture and earthy taste make them a fantastic ingredient to elevate any meal, from everyday comfort foods to sophisticated dining. Plus, they grow steadily and reliably (around 10-15 days), making them ideal for both beginners and growers seeking a rewarding, hands-on experience.

Technical informations

Pioppino, scientifically known as Agrocybe aegerita, is highly prized for its rich, earthy flavor and versatility in culinary applications. While celebrated for its gourmet qualities, this species also holds potential for further research into its health benefits and medicinal properties.

With each Pioppino Growing Pod, we guarantee at least one successful harvest, though many customers enjoy a rewarding second or even third harvest! Each crop yields fresh mushrooms perfect for 1-2 hearty and flavorful dishes, grown straight from your Shrooly S1.

Type of mushroom
Gourmet
Average Yield / harvest
1-2 dishes, depending on recipe
Average cultivation time
10-15 days
Average harvest number
1-2 times
Ideal temperature
18-26°C
Shelf-life (upon shipping)
1-2 week
Flavour profile
Hearty, nutty flavor

How to use pods

Step 1

Place the Growing Pod

Insert your chosen mushroom pod into Shrooly.

Step 2

Fill the Water Tank

Add water to the tank.

Step 3

Start Cultivation with the App

Use the Shrooly app to start the growing process, and the device will take care of the rest!

Step 4

Enjoy Your Harvest in 7 Days

In about a week, savor the fresh, delicious mushrooms you've grown yourself.

How To Consume

Who can resist a well made risotto? Fry your pioppinos a bit to get them started, then cook it together to make an amazing, creamy risotto. But if you rather want to highlight your pioppino, simply fry it and create a white sauce to compliment its nutty flavour or make a funghi pizza.

Don’t have time to cook it? Cut it up and just dry it out - you’ll be able to rehydrate it once again if you want to enjoy pioppino mushrooms.P.S.: We'll let you decide if it’s a coincidence that our favourite recipes are from Italy, and Pioppino (alternatively poplar mushrooms) is the Italian word for these species.

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3-5 days Express shipping to United Kingdom
All import & customs cost included.

Grown By You

Olivia D

Perfect for busy people like me. No effort, just results!

Ryan C

It’s like magic. I check on it daily, and I’m amazed at how quickly they grow.

Matt J

Compact, easy to use, and fun to watch. I’ve recommended it to all my friends!

What else can you grow?

Simply choose our 'mushroom seed,' select the Growing Pods for the type you want to cultivate, pop them into Shrooly, and watch them grow.

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Want to Grow Something Else?

If you don't find what you're looking to grow in our selection, you can still use your own spores with our AnyMush Pod. It comes with all the nutrients you need—just add your own spores!

Learn More

Would you like to grow types of mushrooms not available in our selection yet? Grow what you want using our AnyMush™ pods. It's a revolutionary solution that already has the nutrients inside, allowing you to use your own spores. Simply inoculate your preferred mushroom culture into the pod, adjust the growing conditions using your Shrooly device, and witness the fascinating growth of your unique species. It's as simple as it gets!

FAQs

Do you offer international shipping?

Yes, we do! We ship to European countries from our EU warehouse. US orders will be fulfilled from a US warehouse.

How does Shrooly work?

Shrooly is designed to provide the perfect environment for growing mushrooms by ensuring optimal fresh air, humidity, and lighting conditions, thanks to our carefully crafted mushroom-specific cultivation programs tailored to the needs of the species you’re growing.

To get started, simply fill the water tank, place a Pod inside, and start a cultivation program. Your Shrooly will take care of everything, allowing you to cultivate mushrooms effortlessly. You can monitor the cultivation process on the e-paper display on top of the Shrooly or using the Shrooly app. Depending on the species, you’ll be able to harvest in as little as 6-8 days.

Note: You’ll need Pods to use Shrooly. You can see our selection here.

Can I use Shrooly without the app?

Yes, you can use your Shrooly without the app as well; however, using the app provides you with mushroom-specific cultivation programs tailored to the needs of the mushrooms you're growing. Here's how you can start cultivating without the Shrooly app.

Is Shrooly easy to clean?

Absolutely. You can use your regular household cleaning supplies to take care of your device. Here's a guide for cleaning your Shrooly.

What if I’m away from home while cultivating?

Your Shrooly will automatically take care of the optimal conditions for your mushrooms, even when you’re not around.
You can easily check in with your device through Shrooly’s free mobile app, available for both iOS and Android.

What are the AnyMush Pods made of?

It is made of the specific ingredients that the type of mushroom needs to grow, such as straw or wood chips, which are colonized by the mushroom culture. It also contains additional natural nutrients to enhance the ingredients for an optimal harvest. All our substrates are sterilized at high pressure levels and temperatures to ensure cleanliness, allowing us to provide a quality you can trust.

What mushrooms can I grow with Shrooly?

We currently have a selection of four mushrooms: Pink Oyster, Yellow Oyster, Lion's Mane, and Reishi. If you're looking to grow other types of mushrooms, you can use AnyMush Pods, which can be inoculated with the mushroom culture according to the type you want to grow. By setting custom conditions tailored to the specific species you want to cultivate with Shrooly, you can start growing your own mushrooms at home without any hassle. Here's a guide for our AnyMush Pods, and here's how to start a Manual Cultivation Program.

How much time do my mushrooms need to grow?

You can start harvesting your mushrooms within 7-10 days, depending on the type you’re growing.

How can I choose the Pods I would like to get?

You can select your preferred Growing Pods here.

How much do the Growing Pods cost?

Each Growing Pod costs €19 (EUR), with discounts available based on the quantity purchased.