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New to mushrooms? You’ve come to the right place. At FreshCap, we know mushrooms. And we want to share that knowledge with you! Growing mushrooms can be a ton of fun. But there is so much to lear...

Start Here

Start Here

New to mushrooms? You’ve come to the right place. At FreshCap, we know mushrooms. And we want to share that knowledge with you! Growing mushrooms can be a ton of fun. But there is so much to le...

Glossary

Glossary

Mycelium, agar, colonization... what does it all mean? Here's a quick primer on some of the most common terms used in mushroom cultivation. Agar: A seaweed derived powder used to make a nutrified...

Grow Mushrooms Easy In A 5 Gallon Bucket

Grow Mushrooms Easy In A 5 Gallon Bucket

I’ll admit, growing mushrooms can get complicated… but it doesn’t have to be that way. Sometimes it can be dirt simple- and that’s why I love the 5 gallon bucket method. It requires no special skil...

How To Grow Oyster Mushrooms

How To Grow Oyster Mushrooms

Looking to grow Oyster Mushrooms? You've come to the right place! This guide will show you everything you need to know to start growing Oyster mushrooms- whether you're looking to grow as a hobby...

The Yellow Oyster Mushroom

The Yellow Oyster Mushroom

The Yellow Oyster Mushroom, sometimes called the Golden Oyster, is both stunningly beautiful and easy to grow, making it a popular choice among home cultivators. This mushroom grows fast and f...

How To Grow Mushrooms on Straw Logs

How To Grow Mushrooms on Straw Logs

Growing mushrooms on straw is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to produce food at home. You could start with a mushroom kit – or even better- make your own mushroom log and grow mus...