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A collection of Fly Agaric on a moss covered forest floor. The Fly Agaric is red with white spots and a white stem. It is a stark contrast to the vibrant green of the mosses. The photo looks like a scene from a fairytale.A collection of Fly Agaric on a moss covered forest floor. The Fly Agaric is red with white spots and a white stem. It is a stark contrast to the vibrant green of the mosses. The photo looks like a scene from a fairytale.

Explore the Fantastic World of Fungi

We are on a mission to protect our precious fungi, the habitats they call home and raise the profile of this often forgotten kingdom. Find out more about these incredible species today.

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Take Part in Waxcap Watch
A bright orange waxcap mushroom on green grass with a blue sky

Take Part in Waxcap Watch

This autumn, help us find some of the UK's most colourful and important fungi — waxcaps.. Knowing where waxcaps are thriving helps us to protect ancient meadows.

5 Native UK Grasses You Need to Know and Why
Sweet Vernal Grass in the sunshine

5 Native UK Grasses You Need to Know and Why

They might not be as colourful, but they're every bit as important and add movement and texture to our landscape. From sweet scents to clever survival strategies, our native grasses are full of surprises.

The History of Lawns: Status Symbols, Class Systems and Changing Beauty Standards
Photograph shows a lawn with a house behind it - the lawn is filled with Dandelions that have turned to seed

The History of Lawns: Status Symbols, Class Systems and Changing Beauty Standards

Join our Specialist Botanical Advisor, Sarah Shuttleworth, for a deep dive into the history of lawns – from how they started to what they represented.