Growing Mushrooms in the Garden

Mushrooms have a way of making the world feel a little more magical – popping up after the rain, breaking down old wood into rich soil, and appearing in fairy tales as enchanted toadstools. But did you know you can use low-tech methods to grow mushrooms amongst your garden plants? 

In this beginner-level class, we’ll explore how to grow delicious, earthy mushrooms outdoors using simple, low-maintenance methods. Whether you’re dreaming of shiitakes sprouting from a log, wine caps weaving through your garden beds, or a bucket on your porch overflowing with oyster mushrooms, we’ll cover the basics to get you started. No sterile labs or fancy equipment needed—just a bit of patience, the right materials, and an appreciation for the wonders of fungi.

What We’ll Cover:

🍄 Why mushrooms belong in your garden (and your kitchen!)

🏡 Mushroom life cycle and cultivation basics

🌱 Three easy ways to grow them—garden beds, logs, and buckets

❓ A Q&A to engage with your mushroom-growing curiosities

Come learn how to cultivate mushrooms in a way that works with nature, not against it. Whether you’re a gardener, a forager, or just someone who loves fungi, this class will give you the tools to start your own little mushroom patch, and maybe even see the world through a more mycelium-inspired lens. 🌿✨