you could cultivate tomatoes, basil, and eggplants at homewhy not mushrooms?

Luckily, there are kits that make growing them yourself practically foolproof.

How to grow mushrooms at home.

Heather Bien

Mushroom kits often include everything you’ll need to get growing.

To get them started, you’ll need just a little water and a small amount of space.

For a mushroom that’s as pretty as it is tasty, try growing Pink Oyster.

2 mushroom grow kits in cardboard containers

The mushroom caps will curl as it matures, after about seven days or so.

You could enjoy two to three flushes out of this one kit.

Shiitakes are a favorite of home cooks, and they’re used in a variety of cuisines.

pink oyster mushrooms growing from block

An added bonus: These meaty mushrooms are known forsupporting immunity and heart health.

Willow Mountain custom-makes each kit and ships fresh, fully colonized substrates.

It sounds like it’s time for a pizza party!

shiitake mushrooms growing on log

These earthy mushrooms are best when cooked, so break out your favorite grilled or sauteed mushroom recipes!

), you’ll have beautiful blue oysters ready to harvest.

These mushrooms are easily harvested with a simple twist and pull.

crimini mushrooms loose

This kit produces up to 1.75 pounds of the striking (and furry!)

Lion’s mane mushroom, which grows well between 65 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit at high humidity.

Lion’s mane thrives in a basement settingideal if you prefer to keep your mushrooms out of the kitchen.

white mushrooms growing in box kit

Once it starts to fruit, get ready for a decadent treat.

Some people describe Lion’s mane as tasting like lobster.

Field & ForestLion’s Mane Table Top Farm($24)

The final fungi.

wine cap mushroom red in ground

Second, he says, “We do not recommendwashing your mushrooms.

Submerging or washing mushrooms will most likely leave them soggy!”

The bottom line.

blue oyster mushrooms on block

Growing your own mushrooms, especially with a beginner-friendly kit, is a win all around.

white lions mane mushrooms