Monday, March 9, 2026

Question: What edible fungus is popular in Ohio and can be found starting this month?

Answer: Morel mushrooms, which can be found in Ohio between March and May. Black morels typically appear first, often near ash trees. Then come common morels—the most sought-after variety—usually found around elms, ash, and apple trees. Late morels emerge toward the end of the season and are generally just 1 to 3 inches tall.