All Things Mushrooms
Welcome to our blog! Talking all things mushrooms, including tips and tricks for growing, eating and using mushrooms in sustainable and rewarding ways.
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Grow Your Own Mushrooms - Kit Instructions…
Grow Your Own Mushrooms - Grow Kit Instructions.
Instruction and guidance on how to make your own grow kit and redeeming your voucher.
Growing Mushrooms Without Peat: A Sustainable Shift
Historically, some of the most well-known and widely cultivated mushrooms are grown using peat-based compost. At Caley Brothers, we’re committed to growing 100% peat-free mushrooms.
Read how to choose peat-free mushrooms & growing kits right for you.
Stand back Lion’s Mane - the Oysters are coming!
With their unique blend of health benefits, culinary versatility and environmental impact - learn why we believe the Oyster Mushrooms will be the next big thing in the world of superfoods.
Functional vs. Medicinal Mushrooms – What’s the Difference?
Beyond their culinary delights many mushrooms boast more whole-body benefits. In recent years we’ve seen a huge rise in mushroom based products with the promise of ‘medical’ and functional’ benefits - but what’s the difference?
When Life Gives You Mould: How Trichoderma turns mushroom mishaps into Gardeners’ Gold
At Caley Brothers, we guide you through best practices for spotting early signs of contamination and ensuring a successful harvest. Discover expert tips to keep your grow kits thriving and mould-free.
Collaborate & Cultivate: Learn more about mushroom growing
Grab a cup of tea, settle in, and explore this treasure trove of knowledge - learning how to grow mushrooms has never been more fun, accessible, or engaging!
Supper Club delights with Sal Chabbeh & NOIASCAPE
Mushrooms for Health Supper Club, where the incredible health benefits of mushrooms take centre stage alongside a delicious, wholesome menu.
Small, medium or LARGE?
What are the differences in our kits? Why they’re different? and what one might be best for you?
RHS Hampton Court Garden Festival 2024
Bringing our mushroom display home as we prepare to exhibit our display at this years’ RHS Hapton Court Garden Festival.
Large Grow Kit Instructions - Oyster, Lion’s Mane, Shiitake & King Oyster.
Getting a super crop with our larger kits
Coffee Kit Instructions
Grow Your Own Coffee Kit instructions.
Instruction for how to make your own kit with your own coffee grounds.
Oyster Mushroom Growing Instructions
Grow Your Own Kit instructions. Whats in your kit, how to get growing and how to get them most out of your ready to grow kit. Suitable for Grey, Pink and Yellow Oyster mushrooms.
King Oyster Mushrooms
The King of the Oyster Mushrooms. These are the largest of the Oyster Mushroom family and hailed for their meaty texture and umami flavour.
Mushroom Seasoning
We wanted to further explore how we can use our Grey Oyster mushrooms in cooking.
