Why do fungi exist, you may ask
The important part of a fungus, the mycelium, lives underground and is vital for woodland health as they recycle nutrients needed for living plants to thrive. However, in autumn the fungi start to grow and as these fruiting bodies ripen, their seeds, known as spores, are released into the air to start the next generation.
Where to look
Jackie Arrell, one of Springhill’s volunteers, has spent many hours searching all corners of the estate recording what lurks under leaves, in the leaf litter, amongst the grass on the lawns, and protruding from ancient tree trunks and deadwood.