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Yellow fungus on wood (Pholiota adiposa) Blog

How to Grow Chestnut Mushrooms

If you’d like to branch out into growing less commonly cultivated species, you might want to give chestnut mushrooms a…

Jun 29, 2023
Tricholoma terreum. Group of grey knight mushrooms in pine forest. Blog

3 Types of Gray Mushrooms

If you enjoy noting the colors of mushrooms that you come across, you may have noticed that some species display…

Jun 29, 2023
pink oyster mushrooms on blue background Blog

How to Grow Pink Oyster Mushrooms

Interested in growing mushrooms at home? Cultivating oyster mushrooms is a great place to start for beginners as the genus…

Jun 29, 2023
Cultivated oyster mushrooms Blog

How Long Does it Take Mushrooms to Grow?

If you’re interested in cultivating or foraging for mushrooms, you may be wondering just how long does it take mushrooms…

Jun 20, 2023
Cluster of ringless honey mushrooms Blog

Honey Mushrooms vs. Deadly Galerina

If you enjoy foraging for mushrooms in the forest, you may be familiar with honey mushrooms. They are an often…

Jun 15, 2023
Harvested morel mushrooms in a forager's hand Blog

How to Find Morel Mushrooms

Interested in knowing how to find morel mushrooms? Every spring, mushroom hunters take to the forests, trails, meadows, and even…

Jun 15, 2023
armillaria ostoyae solidipes mushroom cluster Blog

Can You Plant Mushrooms?

If you’re an avid gardener and are becoming interested in fungi, you may be wondering if you can plant mushrooms.…

May 23, 2023
Amazing stone formation "Mushroom" in Wadi Rum desert in Jordan. Blog

Debunking the Claim of Mushrooms Found on Mars

If you follow news related to Mars, and space exploration in general, you may be familiar with articles and social…

May 23, 2023
Cerioporus squamosus pheasant back msuhroom Blog

How to Store Pheasant Back Mushrooms

If you enjoy foraging forest mushrooms in the spring and fall, especially east of the Rocky Mountains, you’ve likely come…

May 19, 2023
Mushrooms from foraging in wicker basket Blog

The 5 Best Counties For Mushroom Foraging

Do you want to get into foraging or identifying wild mushrooms, but not sure if you live in an ideal…

May 19, 2023

Chaga Mushrooms: A Complete Guide

The chaga mushroom has become quite popular in recent years due to increased marketing of “medicinal mushrooms” via supplements, teas,…

May 16, 2023
octopus stinkhorn in wild Blog

9 Mushrooms that Look Weird and Cool

Not everyone enjoys the earthy taste and of mushrooms. However, fungal organisms are truly remarkable as they have evolved into…

May 16, 2023
Golden oyster mushroom Pleurotus citrinopileatus Blog

Golden Oyster Mushrooms: A Complete Guide

Some people are not aware of the fact that mushrooms are not vegetables. They are actually a fungus. Even though…

May 11, 2023
morels growing Blog

Types of Trees That Morel Mushrooms Grow Around

If you enjoy foraging mushrooms, you’re likely familiar with the sought-after, choice edible, morel. Each spring, foragers head out across…

May 9, 2023
oyster mushroom in wild Blog

3 Amazing Types of Oyster Mushrooms

If you’re interested in foraging or growing mushrooms, you’re likely familiar with oyster mushrooms. This delightful genus of fungi contains…

May 9, 2023
shaggy parasol Blog

What Are the Mushrooms that Grow in My Yard? Types and How to Identify

Do you have mushrooms growing in your yard? Curious about what kind might be growing and the ecological roles they…

May 9, 2023
Fresh cultivated mushrooms variety oyster shiitake enoki Blog

How to Store Fresh Mushrooms

If you enjoy eating mushrooms, you likely also want to make sure that you can keep them as fresh as…

May 8, 2023
suateed mushrooms in cast iron skillet Blog

4 Types of Cooking Mushrooms

If you enjoy cooking, you may be interested in accumulating a list of various commercially produced mushrooms to use in…

May 8, 2023
giant puffball mushrooms in wild Blog

How to Grow Puffball Mushrooms

If you’ve ever had the joy of eating young, freshly cooked puffball mushrooms, you may be wondering if it’s possible…

May 5, 2023
superfood mushroom coffee Blog

How to Grow Mushrooms in Coffee Grounds

Curious about growing mushrooms in spent coffee grounds? Well, you’re certainly not alone. Spent coffee grounds represent a huge source…

Apr 27, 2023
Woolly chanterelle- how to find chanterelle mushrooms Blog

3 Mushrooms that Look Like Chanterelles

If you enjoy foraging for chanterelle mushrooms, it’s crucial to know how to Identify look-alikes in your area. By knowing…

Apr 27, 2023
Woolly chanterelle- how to find chanterelle mushrooms Blog

Discover 4 Types of Gourmet Mushrooms

Gourmet mushrooms, broadly speaking, are edible mushrooms that are of high culinary value with rich, unique flavors. These mushrooms are…

Apr 27, 2023
Inky cap mushrooms Blog

How to Get Rid of Mushrooms in Your Yard

If you have mushrooms popping up in your yard, your first reaction may be that you need to get rid…

Apr 27, 2023
Shiitake vs. Portobello mushrooms Blog

Shiitake Mushrooms vs. Portobello Mushrooms

If you’re a fan of cultivated, culinary mushrooms, you’re almost certainly familiar with shiitakes and portobellos. So, what are the…

Apr 25, 2023
Old store bought mushrooms Blog

How to Tell if Mushrooms Are Bad

If you consistently buy or forage fresh mushrooms for culinary use, you’ll want to make sure you can identify the…

Apr 24, 2023
Dried wood ear mushrooms Blog

How to Dry Mushrooms

Drying mushrooms is an excellent method for long-term food storage and culinary use. If you’ve never dried mushrooms at home…

Apr 24, 2023
Orange peel mushroom Aleuria aurantia Blog

Discover 3 Types of Orange Mushrooms

From soft, peachy shades to orange-red shades and vivid neon hues, orange mushrooms are a feast for the eyes. You…

Apr 24, 2023
Laternea pusilla Blog

How to Get Rid of Stinkhorn Fungi

If stinkhorn fungi are appearing in your yard, you may be a bit put off by their pungent smell, and…

Apr 17, 2023
Sautéed cremini mushrooms Blog

Do You Have to Cook Mushrooms?

If you’re wondering if you have to cook mushrooms, or if you can eat them raw, you may have come…

Apr 14, 2023
Growing King Oyster Mushrooms Blog

How to Grow King Oyster Mushrooms

The king oyster mushroom is a choice edible mushroom that is particularly popular for consumption in East Asia and parts…

Apr 13, 2023
Bowl of shiitake mushrooms held by human hands Blog

4 Types of Brown Mushrooms

While you can find mushrooms in all colors of the rainbow, it’s extremely common to come across brown mushrooms. If…

Apr 11, 2023
chanterelles growing Blog

How to Find Chanterelle Mushrooms

: If you appreciate exotic mushrooms, then chanterelles are most likely on your radar. The attractive, golden hue of these…

Apr 11, 2023
basket of porcini mushrooms Blog

How to Grow Porcini Mushrooms

Porcinis are a delicious and rather expensive choice mushroom well-loved for their savory taste and meaty texture. Porcini mushrooms can…

Apr 11, 2023
false morel mushrooms Blog

4 Mushrooms That Look Like Morels

As edible mushroom lovers and chefs worldwide can attest, morels (Morchella spp.) aren’t overhyped. They’re not just sought-after because of their exotic…

Apr 5, 2023
A close-up image of portabello mushroom caps Blog

14 Types of Healthy Mushrooms

Are you a fan of mushrooms? Mushrooms are one of the healthiest food sources on the planet. Many are loaded…

Apr 5, 2023
Mushroom hunting/foraging Blog

A Beginner’s Guide to Mushroom Foraging

Mushroom foraging can be a thrilling adventure that lets you delve into the wonders of nature — all while finding…

Mar 28, 2023
Mushrooms from foraging in wicker basket Blog

Mushroom Hunting in Oklahoma: A Complete Guide

In Oklahoma, hunting and fishing are popular hobbies but there’s another kind of hunting that’s less popular- mushroom hunting! While…

Feb 8, 2023
Chanterelles vs Chicken of the Woods Blog

Chanterelles vs. Chicken of the Woods

Chanterelles, various species in the Cantharellus genus, and chicken of the woods, Laetiporus sulphureus, are two types of mushrooms that…

Feb 7, 2023
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Chanterelles vs. Lobster Mushrooms

Have you ever hiked through the woods and wondered whether the mushrooms you see growing on logs and in the…

Feb 7, 2023
Morels vs. False Morels Blog

Morels vs. False Morels

When foraging in the woods for edible fungi, there is one concern that must be top of mind. You must…

Feb 2, 2023
Oyster Mushrooms vs. Cremini Mushrooms Blog

Oyster Mushrooms vs. Cremini Mushrooms

There are several mushrooms that have gained prominence on the global stage. While some species are rare, hard to cultivate,…

Feb 2, 2023
Truffles vs. Mushrooms Blog

Truffles vs. Mushrooms

As edible fungi, many people confuse truffles with mushrooms – some of which are also edible fungi harvested from the…

Feb 1, 2023
Beech Mushrooms vs. Enoki Mushrooms Blog

Beech Mushrooms vs. Enoki Mushrooms

Beech mushrooms and enoki mushrooms have a lot in common. Many Asian cultures prize them for their medicinal and culinary…

Feb 1, 2023
Bolete Mushrooms vs. Porcini Mushrooms Blog

Bolete Mushrooms vs. Porcini Mushrooms

Have you heard about bolete mushrooms? This group of hundreds of different species contain many edible species, some of which…

Jan 31, 2023
Oyster Mushrooms vs. Angel Wing Mushrooms Blog

Oyster Mushrooms vs. Angel Wing Mushrooms

Oyster mushrooms and angel wings are often found in similar forest environments. However, while one is edible, the other can…

Jan 31, 2023
Morels vs. Truffles Blog

Morels vs. Truffles

Truffles are fungi, like mushrooms, but with their own distinct classification and history. Though truffles have been harvested and eaten…

Jan 31, 2023
Oyster Mushrooms vs. Maitake Mushrooms Blog

Oyster Mushrooms vs. Maitake Mushrooms

Both oyster mushrooms and maitake mushrooms are edible mushrooms that grow in the wild and may be incorporated into numerous…

Jan 31, 2023
Chanterelles vs. Jack O'Lanterns Blog

Chanterelles vs. Jack-o’lantern Mushrooms

Mushroom species known as chanterelles grow in the wild, where many mushroom foragers search for them to harvest and eat.…

Jan 13, 2023
Chanterelles vs. Oyster Mushrooms Blog

Chanterelles vs. Oyster Mushrooms

Are you interested in foraging mushrooms? If you live in Europe or North America, chanterelle mushrooms are one of the…

Jan 13, 2023
Cantharellus cibarius, chanterelle, girolle Blog

Chanterelles vs. False Chanterelles

Because chanterelles may be confused with their inedible lookalike, the false chanterelles, it is important to know the differences between…

Jan 13, 2023
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