Name: The Mushroom Garden
Start: 2025-10-04T09:00:00+02:00
End: 2025-10-04T14:30:00+02:00
Location: 5a Pine Rd, Orchards, 2193 Johannesburg, South Africa

Discover the Fascinating World of Fungi
A Hands-On Mushroom Cultivation Workshop
Transform your understanding of nature's most incredible organisms while learning practical skills that will last a lifetime! This immersive workshop combines fascinating science with hands-on cultivation techniques and delicious discoveries with practicals happening in our new mushroom garden!
What You'll Experience
Fungi Fundamentals
Explore the hidden world of fungi and their vital roles in nature, medicine, and sustainable technology. From mycorrhizal networks that connect entire forests to breakthrough applications in construction and food production, discover how fungi are quietly revolutionising our world.
Hands-On Log Inoculation
Learn professional techniques for inoculating logs with shiitake or oyster mushroom spawn. You'll understand the science behind successful growing and leave with your own inoculated log ready to fruit at home.
Wine Cap Mushroom Bed Creation
Collaborate with fellow participants to build a thriving wine cap growing bed using sustainable methods. This productive space will continue yielding harvests long after the workshop ends and we welcome you to visit us to check up on it’s progress!
Perfect For
Aspiring urban farmers • Sustainability enthusiasts • Culinary adventurers • Garden lovers • Anyone curious about the natural world
What You'll Take Home
-Your own inoculated log
-Proven cultivation techniques you can use immediately
-Knowledge to enhance your garden's soil ecosystem
-Connection to a community of fungi enthusiasts
-Confidence to continue your mushroom-growing journey
When: 9:00 AM - 14:30 PM
Skill Level: Complete beginner-friendly
Includes: All materials, tools, expert instruction, and refreshments