If you grew up in the 70s or 80s, there’s a good chance you remember it:
The little shed at the edge of the garden made from mismatched windows and wooden frames — not for storing tools or toys…
But for growing mushrooms.
That quirky structure we used to call the mushroom fruiting house was more than just a backyard oddity — it was a place where dampness was welcome, where mystery thrived in the shadows, and where kids got their first taste of watching life sprout from straw and logs .
And now?
It’s quietly making a comeback.
Let’s explore why this charming, low-tech greenhouse deserves its own renaissance — and how it can help us slow down, reconnect with nature, and grow something magical in our own backyards.
🍄 What Exactly Is a Mushroom Fruiting House?
