{"product_id":"stone-pine-saffron-milk-cap-mushroom","title":"Stone Pine + Saffron Milk Cap Mushroom","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"677\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"271\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b080c4;\"\u003ePinus pinea inoculated with Lactarius deliciosus spores\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"677\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"271\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b080c4;\"\u003ePinus pinea, commonly known as the Stone Pine or Pinenut Tree\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIs an evergreen conifer renowned for its distinctive umbrella-shaped canopy and the production of edible pine nuts. Native to the Mediterranean region, this striking tree can reach heights of 12–25 meters with a broad canopy spread of 8–10 meters at maturity. With a moderate growth rate, it features long, soft, deep-green needles and develops large woody cones that contain the highly prized pinenuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"677\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaffron Milk Cap\u003c\/strong\u003e (Lactarius deliciosus) is an edible ectomycorrhizal mushroom that grows in association with pine roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eRather than growing independently like many cultivated mushrooms, the fungus forms a relationship with its host tree, exchanging soil nutrients and water for carbohydrates produced by the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eThese seedlings have been inoculated with Saffron Milk Cap spores around their developing root systems to encourage this association.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"677\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing for Mushrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eFor the best opportunity of establishing the Saffron Milk Cap association, plant the seedling with as little disturbance to the root system and surrounding potting media as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"205\" data-end=\"677\"\u003eChoose an open, sunny, well-drained position and avoid introducing soil from underneath established pine trees around the new seedling, as this may introduce competing mycorrhizal fungi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"682\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b080c4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"697\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"761\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–25 meters (mature), 20–40cm (current size)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"800\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"800\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 meters when mature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"819\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate (30–60 cm per year when young)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"876\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen, long slender needles in bundles of two\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"989\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"989\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"941\"\u003eCones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, woody cones taking 2–3 years to mature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edible pine nuts, valued for their rich, buttery flavor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saffron Milk Cap Mushrooms 2-4years after planting (in suitable conditions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pine Nuts 6-8years (in suitable conditions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b080c4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eCulinary Properties: Pine Nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003eRich, buttery kernels traditionally used in pesto, salads, baking, sauces and Mediterranean dishes. Pine nuts are nutrient-dense, containing healthy fats, protein, and essential minerals. Their smooth, buttery taste makes them ideal for pesto, salads, baked goods, or as a roasted snack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1540\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b080c4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eCulinary Properties: Saffron Milk Cap Mushrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003eFirm, colourful mushrooms traditionally grilled, fried, roasted or cooked with garlic, herbs and olive oil. Their striking orange caps make them one of the easiest edible pine-associated mushrooms to recognise once properly identified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b080c4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003eNutritional Profile: Pine Nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003eVitamins:\u003c\/strong\u003e Source of Vitamin E and K\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003eMinerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e High in magnesium, zinc, and iron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003eHealthy Fats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich in monounsaturated fats that support heart health\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e A plant-based protein source for energy \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2121\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #b080c4;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003eNutritional Profile: Saffron Milk Cap Mushrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins:\u003c\/strong\u003e B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5, folate (B9) \u0026amp; vitamin D2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinerals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, copper \u0026amp; manganese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealthy fats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Linoleic acid (omega-6) \u0026amp; oleic acid (omega-9)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally contains protein and essential amino acids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dietary fibre, β-glucans \u0026amp; natural antioxidant compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2754\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2506\" data-end=\"2754\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ziggy Ardor","offers":[{"title":"Small 15- 25cm","offer_id":44849796415577,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium 30- 40cm","offer_id":44849796448345,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small X3","offer_id":44849806540889,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium x3","offer_id":44849806901337,"sku":null,"price":132.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1860\/9977\/files\/StonepineProductPhotos_1.png?v=1759282209","url":"https:\/\/ziggyardor.co.nz\/products\/stone-pine-saffron-milk-cap-mushroom","provider":"Ziggy Ardor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}