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3rd November 2022
Internet of Things system proposed to determine how best to grow rare Cordyceps mushroom outside the Himalayas

Cordyceps sinensis - also known simply as Cordyceps, is an edible mushroom abundantly found in the Himalayan Mountain Range. Sought after by many, this ancient traditional medicine acts as a remedy for cancer restraint, depression, high blood pressure, asthma, respiratory disease, and lots more. However, this mushroom is limited to growing within a specific region.  […]

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31st October 2022
How to preserve mushrooms

Did you know that mushrooms are neither vegetables nor plants? They are actually a fungus, the fruit of which is eaten, which has seed-like spores on it. They are considered one of the best vegetarian substitutes for meat with the proteins it contains. Being low in calories, some people believe they also help to fight […]

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16th September 2022
What are these mushrooms growing on my lawn?

Seeing mushrooms growing on a lawn results in people either being intrigued and curious or confused and worried. There are so many different types of mushrooms, some good and others bad.   A number of these mushrooms are edible, while some are poisonous. Given the confusion you are probably rubbing your chin, wondering what are they? […]

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9th August 2022
Which mushrooms can be grown at home?

With so many different types of edible mushrooms, the question arises: can you grow all mushrooms at home? Being able to grow mushrooms from your home opens up lots of opportunities, particularly in the kitchen.       Not to mention, it is a rewarding hobby to have as you get to care for them and watch them […]

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7th April 2022
What Is Mushroom Coffee and its Health Benefits?

Mushroom coffee sounds unappetising but it tastes just like regular coffee! After all, it’s a blend of ground mushroom and coffee beans brewed to bring out a dark, nutty, and smooth coffee. Mushroom coffee contains significantly lower caffeine levels compared to regular coffee and is highly recommended for anyone pursuing a healthy lifestyle. This is […]

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20th February 2022
How to Grow Oyster Mushrooms in the Garden

Oyster mushrooms are a flavourful and nutritious fungus cultivated for their high nutritional value and excellent taste, making them an appealing choice for mushroom growers. Let's cultivate oyster mushrooms indoors with simple kitchen waste in this quick guide. The generic name for this species is "Flat Mushroom," and are found nearly everywhere in the world, […]

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20th February 2022
How to grow Lions Mane Mushrooms at Home

What Is Lion’s Mane Mushroom? Lion's mane, also known as Hericium Erinaceus, H. abietis, or Yama-no-ki in Japanese, and its a traditional Chinese medicine and culinary mushroom.  It is also known as the Hedgehog Mushroom, Bearded Hedgehog Mushroom, Satyr's Beard, Pom Pom Blanc, Monkey Head, and Bearded Tooth Fungus. Lion's Mane Mushrooms, like the name […]

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20th February 2022
How to grow White Button Mushrooms at Home

What is a White Button Mushroom? A white button mushroom is a cultivated edible variety of the common mushroom commonly grown in homes and commercial kitchens. The cap of the mushroom can range from 1 to 4 inches (2.5 to 10 cm) depending on cultivation, with a pale brownish, almost beige coloration. Their stems are […]

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20th February 2022
How to grow Portabello Mushrooms at Home

What is a Portobello Mushroom? A Portobello Mushroom(sometimes pronounced as Portabello or Portabella) is a giant version of an everyday mushroom. They are basically the fully grown versions of cremini or button mushrooms, apart from them being much larger than their younger versions and are said to have originated in the US sometime during the […]

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20th February 2022
How to Grow Beech Mushrooms at Home

What is Beech Mushroom? Beech mushrooms grow on trees. It belongs to the small Genus known as Hypsizygus, a small group of fungi that also include the elm oyster mushroom. The Beech mushroom, also known as Hypsizygus tessulatus, has various names such as Buna shimeji or as clamshell mushrooms. It grows all year on beeches […]

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MUSHROOM GROWING UK

This is a site that aims to educate people about growing their own edible mushrooms from the comfort of their homes. We grow all kinds of foods in the garden - so why not consider growing your own delicious mushrooms too? 

We aim to not only educate but also to provide a platform that helps other mushroom growers to sell their produce.
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