Caley Brothers – 3-Month Mushroom Kit Subscription

What's in the box: Each delivery is an indoor mushroom grow kit for one gourmet species, such as an oyster variety, lion's mane or shiitake, with growing instructions.

Caley Brothers is a small Sussex mushroom farm run by two sisters. They grow fresh mushrooms, sell grow kits and spawn, and teach growing workshops. The 3-Month Mushroom Kit Subscription builds on their indoor kit range, which covers a wide spread of gourmet species: grey, pink, king, pale and tarragon oyster, lion's mane, shiitake, coral tooth, golden enoki and speckled chestnut. Single kits on the shop start at £22.50, and there is also a cheaper coffee-grounds kit. The variety is the main appeal. Over three months you could try several species that are hard to find in supermarkets. The company also posts kit instructions, recipes and online workshops on lion's mane, log growing and growing at home, which helps beginners who want more than a bag and a leaflet. Before you buy, be aware that the site does not say much about how the subscription works. It does not explain how species are chosen for each month, how often kits ship or what the cancellation terms are. Several kits are listed as pre-order, so stock and timing may vary. If you want a gift or a short run of home growing from a genuine UK grower, this is a sensible choice. Check the subscription details with the company before you commit.