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Setting Up your Mushroom Grow Space

Setting Up your Mushroom Grow Space

by Timothy Payne on 15th Jun 2026
Most UK homes are too dry for mushrooms — central heating kills humidity fast. Mushrooms need 80–95% humidity, but your average living room sits around 40–50%. The fix is simple: fruit them inside something enclosed. I use a clear tub with a lid, but a grow bag or tent works too. Pick a spot that stays roughly 15–24°C, give them some indirect light and fresh air, and spray the inside daily to keep things moist. You can get started for under £30. If you would raread more