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We are a small mushroom farm growing gourmet mushrooms in an organic and sustainable way. Supplying all growing supplies and fresh Mushrooms.

Based in North Canterubury.

07/07/2025

Cool Mushrooms Series: Woodland Wonder Edition

Meet Entoloma canoconicum, a rare gem spotted in NZ woodlands! 🍄 Here’s why it’s so cool:

✨ Woodland Charm – Its vibrant hues brighten damp forest floors across New Zealand.

✨ Unique Shape – The conical cap and gills give it a distinctive, eye-catching look!

✨ Rare Find – Spotted occasionally, it’s a thrill for mushroom enthusiasts in NZ.

✨ Not Edible – Best admired for its beauty, as it’s not safe to eat.

✨ Nature’s Secret – It thrives in undisturbed forest ecosystems, hinting at rich biodiversity!

Spotted this woodland wonder on your hike? 🍄🌲

03/07/2025

Cool Mushrooms Series: All Black Edition

Discover Tylopilus formosus, the striking "all black to deep purple" mushroom native to NZ! 🍄 Here’s why it’s so cool:

✨ Colorful Mystery – Its cap and stem shift from velvety black to rich purple, a rare forest spectacle!

✨ Mycorrhizal Magic – It forms a special bond with native trees, boosting their growth in NZ forests.

✨ NZ Exclusive – Found only in New Zealand, making it a unique local treasure!

✨ Not for Dining – Best admired for its stunning hues, as it’s not considered edible.

✨ Seasonal Surprise – Spot it in damp, cool seasons, often after rain on forest floors!

Seen this purple-black beauty lately? 🍄🌳

30/06/2025

🍄 Fashion from fungi? Yes, please! Did you know mushroom mycelium can be transformed into sustainable, leather-like textiles? 🌱 This eco-friendly, biodegradable material is taking the fashion world by storm, from chic bags to stylish jackets. Dressing up the planet without harming it! 💚

26/06/2025

🌌🍄 Mushroom spores are SPACE explorers! 🍄🌌

These tiny specks can soar into the upper atmosphere, riding wild winds or even lightning storms! Some might even reach the edge of space, surviving crazy UV rays & freezing temps. Scientists think spores could maybe hitch a ride on comets, spreading life across the cosmos! 🚀✨

Next mushroom you see? It’s a potential astronaut! 😎

24/06/2025

Cool Mushrooms Series: Deep Red Edition

Meet Hygrocybe coccinea, the scarlet waxcap, a stunning find in NZ forests! 🍄 Here’s why it’s so cool:

✨ Vibrant Red Beauty – Its deep red cap and stem glow like jewels, standing out against the forest floor!

✨ Wax-like Touch – The cap feels waxy to the touch, a unique trait that helps it retain moisture.

✨ Grassland Gem – Often found in grassy areas or woodlands, it thrives in NZ’s damp, cool climates.

✨ Not a Snack – This beauty is not edible, but its bright color makes it a favorite for photographers!

✨ Seasonal Star – It pops up in late autumn to winter, adding a splash of color to NZ’s wild landscapes!

Spotted this red wonder lately? 🍄🌿

21/06/2025

🌿🍄 Did you know mushrooms talk underground? 🍄🌿

Through a hidden web called the "Wood Wide Web," fungi connect trees, plants, and even each other! Their thread-like mycelium swaps nutrients, shares warnings about pests, and helps forests thrive. 🌲💚

Picture this: a single tree linked to dozens of mushrooms, passing sugars and signals like an underground internet. Some "mother trees" even nurture baby saplings through this network! 😲

Next time you spot a mushroom, remember: it’s part of nature’s secret chatroom. 🌍✨

10/06/2025

🌟 Cool Mushrooms Series: Lookalike Edition 🌟

Next up: the unique Hohenbuehelia Sp. spotted in NZ! 🍄 Here’s why it’s so cool:

✨ Oyster Lookalike! Its fan-shaped cap mimics an oyster mushroom but has a gelatinous layer that makes it super tough.

✨ Forest Dweller – Found on decaying wood in NZ’s forests or even urban areas, it loves a moist, shady spot.

✨ Not a Snack – It’s not edible due to its chewy texture, but it’s not toxic either—just a forest gem to admire!

✨ Micro Magic – Under a microscope, its gills reveal crystal-encrusted structures called metuloids, a mycologist’s delight!

✨ Global Citizen – While it thrives in NZ, this species is found worldwide, often hiding in plain sight.

Have you seen this leaflike beauty in the wild? 🍄🌿

07/06/2025

🌟 Cool Mushrooms Series: Tiny Edition 🌟

Say hello to Cyathus striatus, the fluted bird's nest, spotted in NZ! 🪺 Here’s why it’s so cool:

✨ Nature’s Catapult! Raindrops splash its "eggs" (spore sacs) out of the cup, spreading spores up to 1 meter away!

✨ Tiny Marvel – These mini cups are just 1 cm tall, often hiding on decaying wood or soil in NZ forests.

✨ Egg-cellent Design – The "eggs" are attached by a tiny cord, like a natural bungee, to launch them perfectly.

✨ Not for Eating – They’re not edible, but their unique shape makes them a forest treasure to spot!

✨ Global Traveler – While common in NZ, this fungus grows worldwide, even in your backyard if conditions are right!

Have you found this quirky mushroom in the wild? 🍄🌧️

04/06/2025

🌟 Cool Mushrooms Series: NZ Edition! 🌟

Next up: the incredible Hericium novae-zealandiae, aka NZ Lion's Mane! 🤍 Here’s why it’s so cool:

✨ Coral Dreamscape! Its delicate, icicle-like spines look like a coral reef on land—truly otherworldly!

✨ Endemic Treasure – Found only in NZ, often on decaying hardwood in Beech forests, it’s a true Kiwi gem.

✨ Flavor Explosion – Tastes like crayfish or crab with a sweet umami kick, perfect for gourmet dishes!

✨ Brain Booster? It’s believed to support cognitive health and immunity, much like its famous cousin, Lion’s Mane.

✨ Māori Legacy – Known as pekepeke-kiore, it’s been a culinary delight for indigenous Māori for generations.

Have you encountered this beauty in NZ’s wild? 🍄✨

Learn to grow your own: https://www.sporeshift.co.nz/product-page/nz-lions-mane-mushroom-grow-kit

31/05/2025

Mycelium, the thread-like network of fungi, acts like an underground internet for soil ecosystems. It plays several key roles:

•Nutrient Cycling: Mycelium decomposes organic matter like fallen leaves and dead roots, converting them into nutrients plants can absorb. In late autumn, as leaves drop, mycelium ensures the soil stays fertile for the next season.

•Plant Symbiosis: Through mycorrhizal relationships, mycelium connects to plant roots, helping them access water and nutrients like phosphorus in exchange for sugars. This partnership boosts plant growth, especially in nutrient-poor soils.

•Soil Structure: Mycelium binds soil particles together, improving structure and preventing erosion. In rainy seasons, this acts like a natural glue, keeping soil in place on slopes.

•Water Retention: The network enhances soil’s ability to retain water, crucial during cooler, wetter months like May 2025, ensuring plants stay hydrated even in sandy soils.

•Pathogen Protection: Mycelium can suppress harmful soil pathogens by outcompeting them or releasing protective compounds, fostering a balanced ecosystem for plants to thrive.

In essence, mycelium transforms soils into thriving, interconnected systems, supporting plant life and biodiversity, all while working silently beneath the surface on this autumn day.

30/05/2025

🌟 Cool Mushrooms Series Continues! 🌟

Meet the stunning Entoloma hochstetteri in NZ! 💙 Here’s why it’s so cool:

✨ Smurf-tastic Blue! Its sky-blue hue is so vivid, it looks like it belongs in a fantasy forest!

✨ Small but Bold – These beauties grow up to 10 cm tall, standing out against the forest floor.

✨ Nature’s Gem – They pop up in NZ’s grassy areas and forests, often near mossy logs, painting the wild blue.

✨ Look, Don’t Taste – They’re not edible and might be toxic, so just enjoy their vibrant charm!

✨ National Icon – This mushroom is so iconic, it’s featured on NZ’s $50 banknote and in Māori culture as werewere-kōkako!

Have you spotted this blue wonder in the wild? 🍄💎

07/03/2025

Beautiful Turkey Tail mushroom log inoculated with our mushroom dowels! Log is now 3 years old and still producing well.

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