Mushrooms by the Sea began in 2020 when Sean and Emily became fascinated by fungi during the Level 4 lockdown. Their research and experimentation grew into a much-loved New Zealand mushroom brand, helping people across the country grow gourmet mushrooms at home.
In 2026, Mushrooms by the Sea entered a new chapter under the care of L & E Williams, led by Esther Williams. With a background in science, horticulture, education, and hands-on mushroom growing, Esther is passionate about making mushroom cultivation practical, accessible, and exciting for home growers.
The farm consists of a purpose-built laboratory, packing facility, and grow room dedicated to mushroom growbag cultivation. Mushrooms by the Sea provides everything you need to grow and enjoy delicious gourmet mushrooms at home, offering grow kits, spawn, digital homeschooling educational kits and growing support New Zealand wide.
Our mission is simple: to help more New Zealanders discover the magic of growing mushrooms for themselves.Shop Now
