Mushrooms

Image by ma-no A quick search for enoki mushroom info reveals numerous common names, among them velvet stem, winter mushroom, velvet foot, and enokitake. These are very delicate fungi in an almost filament…

Image by JarnoVerdonk Many gardeners wonder if it is possible to grow mushrooms at home. These curious but tasty fungi are typically grown indoors rather than in the garden, but beyond this, it’s certainly…

Image by fotoco-istock Mushrooms are versatile fungi that tend to add depth of flavor and umami (savory flavor) to recipes. Morel mushrooms have an earthy note and are considered a more “meaty” mushroom.…

Image by Tyler Schuster via Gardening Know How Indoor gardening is a great hobby for gardeners with no outdoor space, but it’s usually limited by light. South-facing windows are at a premium, and outlets are…

Image by Gardening Know How, via Joe Schuster Growing mushrooms at home is a fun, rewarding endeavor culminating in the delicious fruits of your labor. Setting up a mushroom fruiting chamber is really the…

Image by mehmetakgul I love mushrooms, but I am certainly no mycologist. I generally purchase mine from the grocer or local farmers market, so I’m not familiar with spore collection techniques. I sure would…

Image by hopsalka Growing mushrooms is a little talked about side of gardening. While it may not be as conventional as tomatoes or squash, mushroom growing is surprisingly easy, versatile, and very useful.…

Image by Tuned_In Homegrown mushrooms allow you to enjoy these fungi anytime in your own home. The best variety for home growing is oyster mushrooms, though you can use any type. Store bought mushroom…

Image by Basya555 Portabella mushrooms are delicious large mushrooms, especially succulent when grilled. They are often used in lieu of ground beef for a tasty vegetarian “burger.” I love them, but then…

Image by Kevin Wells Mushrooms are an uncommon but very worthwhile crop to grow in your garden. Some mushrooms cannot be cultivated and can only be found in the wild, but plenty of varieties are easy to grow…