Finding Truffle: when, where and in what weather?
Tuber
This mushroom lives in symbiosis with the roots of living trees (mycorrhiza) – without fitting trees it does not grow. The main season for Truffle is January, July to December.
When is the season for Truffle?
The main season covers January, July to December. Occasional finds are possible from January to December. When it starts in a given year depends on the weather: after rain and with mild temperatures, mushrooms can appear earlier.
Growth weight per month (higher = better conditions)
Where does Truffle grow?
- Preferred trees: Oak, Beech, other tree species.
- Soil pH: best between 7.0 and 8.3 (possible from 6.0 to 8.8).
- Elevation: most common between 50 and 700 m above sea level (possible from 0 to 1,200 m).
- Forest nearby is a prerequisite.
In what weather does Truffle grow?
Growth is best at air temperatures from 12 to 22 °C, a humidity of 65–90 % and about 15–30 mm of rain in the last seven days.
Waldschatzfinder calculates the growth probability for your spot every day from this – with the weather of the last three months and the 10-day forecast, with an account also with soil, elevation, forest and tree species. It is a guide, not a promise.
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Frequently asked questions about Truffle
When does Truffle grow?
The main season of Truffle is January, July to December; occasional finds are possible from January to December.
Where do I find Truffle?
This mushroom lives in symbiosis with the roots of living trees (mycorrhiza) – without fitting trees it does not grow. Preferred trees: Oak, Beech, other tree species. Forest nearby is a prerequisite.
In what weather does Truffle grow?
Growth is best at air temperatures from 12 to 22 °C, a humidity of 65–90 % and about 15–30 mm of rain in the last seven days.
Is there a forecast for Truffle?
Yes. Waldschatzfinder calculates the daily growth probability of Truffle for your spot – free, with the weather of the last three months and the 10-day forecast; with an account also with soil, elevation, forest and tree species.