When to pick a mushroom

Once mushrooms start to appear, they will grow quickly.

You want to pick them at the right time to maximise yield.

The best way to know when to pick is to look at the mushroom's veil (a protective layer covering the gills).

Unbroken Veil

Wait another 12-24 hours

Breaking Veil

Perfect time to harvest

Broken Veil

Pick now before spore drop

Spore Drop

Too late.

A spore drop may prevent new mushrooms from growing.