Taraxacum officinale
Dandelion
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Description
Dandelion is more than just weed: the young leaves provide a mildly bitter wild salad, the bright yellow flowers can be processed into syrup, and the root is a traditional bitter herb. As a deep‑rooted plant it loosens the soil and brings nutrients from depth to the surface. In a natural garden it also serves as an important early‑season forage for bees.
Care instructions
Sow cultivars from April in a sunny to partially shaded spot; dandelion is low‑maintenance and tolerates almost any soil. Harvest the young leaves in spring before flowering when they are at their mildest. If you grow the plant in a pot, the leaves become more tender and less bitter.
Companion planting
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