A practical introduction to growing and enjoying mushrooms at home
Cultivating your own mushrooms is simple and satisfying once you've mastered a few basics.
Growing Mushrooms for Beginners
is full of expert advice and step-by-step instructions for growing and utilizing a range of edible and medicinal mushrooms at home, whether you have a sprawling backyard, a tiny balcony, or no outdoor space at all.
Cultivation at a glance
—Get started with a straightforward guide to the mushroom cultivation process, and explore simple setups that require minimal space and investment.
Popular mushroom profiles
—Discover detailed profiles of novice-friendly mushroom types, including oyster, agaricus, lion's mane, reishi, and shiitake.
Project-specific pointers
—Find troubleshooting tips for every growing project, plus instructions for freezing, drying, and cooking with your harvest.
Learn how to grow functional fungi with this beginner's mushroom guide.