What Is the Red, Smelly Thing Growing in My Backyard? The Surprising Truth About Stinkhorn Mushrooms

Get Rid of Red Stinkhorn Mushrooms

If the appearance or smell bothers you, you can remove the visible mushrooms. You don’t necessarily need to eliminate every trace of fungus from your garden.

Step 1: Wear gloves

Put on gardening gloves before handling the fungus. Avoid touching your face, and wash your hands after finishing.

Step 2: Remove the visible mushroom

Carefully lift or scoop out the fruiting body, including any visible egg-like structure near the base.

Place it in a bag or other container for disposal, following your local waste

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