1. Dandelion, Taraxacum officinale - Wisconsin Horticulture
Although late summer and early fall is the best time to control dandelions, spring applications of 2,4-D will have some effect.
Those cheerful yellow flowers are everywhere in spring. Dandelion is a European species that has made itself at home throughout North America. A menace to gardeners and homeowners looking for a lush, green lawn, this plant can also be cultivated or foraged as food. You can find out more about this ubiquitous weed in this article...
2. It's peak dandelion season. Here's how long it will last
May 12, 2022 · They bloom from May to October, but peak season is happening now and will last until June. FAST FACTS. Each dandelion plant produces an average ...
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3. Dandelion - Garden Organic
Dandelion flowers from May to October but most profusely in May and June. A period of low temperature seems to intensify flowering but daylength does not have a ...
A perennial with a stout taproot, dandelion is abundant everywhere but prefers chalks and loamy soils above pH 7.0.
4. Dandelion Season | Blog | Weed Man Lawn Care
Dandelions bloom in both spring and fall – the spring is the heavier of the two blooms – when days are less than 12 hours long.
Dandelions are a widely-distributed perennial weed recognizable by their bright yellow flowers and later puffy white stage. Find out how to control them with these tips from Weed Man Lawn Care.
5. Dandelion - Weeds - Michigan State University
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Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale Weber in Wiggers)
6. Dandelion, Common - Wildfoods 4 Wildlife
There is a brief period in mid to late April when the first big flush of dandelion flowers go so seed en mass, about the same time that field mustard is at its ...
Citation: Guenther, K. (2017, January 12) Common dandelion as wildlife food. [Web log post.] Retrieved: readers supply the date, from http://wildfoods4wildlife.com Getting Started Dandelion is a highly useful green and seed to collect for the rehabber pantry. In part, this is due to the fact that most people can easily recognize dandelions and that…
7. How to Grow Dandelions - West Coast Seeds
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See AlsoChase Bank Open SaturdayIt may seem counter-intuitive for a gardener to actually plant what must be the world’s commonest weed. But dandelions have lots of culinary potential, they feed pollinators, and they cultivate the soil with their long taproots. Latin Tarataxacum officinale Family: Asteraceae Difficulty Easy We Recommend: The one and only: Common Dandelion. Timing Direct sow from early March to early September. Optimal soil temperature for germination: 10-25°C (50-75°F). Seeds take 14-21 days to germinate. The flowering process begins 56 to 105 from sowing, and continues for the life of the plant. Starting Sow short rows every two weeks for a constant supply. Be careful not to plant more than you can use, as the flowers need to be controlled. Press seeds lightly into the soil’s surface and keep the seeded area moist until germination. Do not bury the seeds, as light helps to break dormancy. Thin seedlings to 15cm (6″) apart for full sized crowns. If you intend to harvest as baby greens, they can be planted 5cm (3″) apart. Growing Dandelions are perennial, so in theory, they can produce over a very long time. Preventing the flowers from going to seed is essential for obvious reasons — uncontrolled growth can result in them spreading as noxious weeds. For the best leaves, grow in rich, fertile soil with good drainage. A well cultivated dandelion plant is actually quite luxurious and attractive. Harvest The youngest leaves have the mildest flavour and tender texture. Mature leaves need to be bla...
8. The Dandelion – Circulating Now from the NLM Historical Collections
Jun 7, 2016 · The dandelion arrived in the Americas at the time of the Mayflower. ... It was very interesting, and I'll start paying more attention to ...
By Anne Rothfeld ~ The dandelion—a quaint, yellow-flowered, perennial herb loathed by homeowners and gardeners—was once praised for its many useful properties: its roots for medicinal remedies; its…
9. A “Dandy” Approach to Planting Times - The Maritime Gardening Newsletter
Apr 26, 2022 · Where I live, most gardeners start sowing seeds around May 24th ... The Dandelion Knows All. Dandelions have long taproots that go deep ...
The humble dandelion is viewed by many as a problem - but for me it’s a friend that always gives great advice .
10. Five ways to enjoy dandelions this spring - Hitchcock Center
Mar 18, 2023 · Countless dandelion seeds will loosen from the flower head and drift into the air ... time. This year I plan to use a recipe from Martha ...
By Katie Koerten for the Gazette March 18, 2023 [caption id=attachment_25242 align=aligncenter width=650] A child wearing a dandelion crown. sualochin/via Flickr[/caption] In a few short weeks, dandelions (Taraxacum officinale) will be blooming in earnest. There’s usually one week — the last week of April or the first week of May, depending on the year — in which dandelions (from the French dent-de-lion, or “lion’s teeth,” named for their jagged, toothlike leaves) sprout up so prolifically that many lawns appear more yellow than green. Some folks consider dandelions a pesky weed and mow them down as soon as they can. Some think they are just dandy and intentionally leave them alone for their cheeriness or their benefit to pollinators. Love ’em or hate ’em, dandelions aren’t going anywhere soon. I am firmly in the love ’em category. Although I put a lot of effort into advancing native plants and their cause, dandelions are an introduced species with a special place in my heart. The reason is simple: I am a parent and environmental educator, and dandelions are so darn engaging for children. During that one week or so in spring, all I want to do with children of any age is play with dandelions. As I’ve written in a past Earth Matters column, it can be more difficult to engage children with plants than animals, many of which are inherently more charismatic. Lest plants be forgotten, I try to choose plants with fun features that you can see, touch, smell a...
11. Early-Blooming Dandelions | On the Lawn with Weed Man
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Something that I expected, and we are already experiencing, is Dandelions blooming extremely early this season. This can be explained pretty easily, but what can be done about them is a bit more co…
12. When Do Dandelions Grow? - Lawn and Weed Expert
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Dandelions grow all over the UK from early spring through to the autumn months. They are most visible between March and October.
13. How to Grow Dandelions for Greens, Roots & Flowers - Gardener's Path
Feb 12, 2021 · You can start seeds indoors four to six weeks before the last frost date in your area. Fill a deep tray or some pots with at least six inches of moist potting ...
Dandelions are more than just pesky weeds – the leaves, flowers, and roots are edible and nutritious. Learn how to grow dandelions now on Gardener's Path.