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Growing Dandelion Plants

The nutrition information on this page is specific to a portion size of 100 grams. All information is sourced from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Nutrition information for raw, green, fresh Dandelion contain the following nutrients.

Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is an herb native to Europe. The leaf, flower, and root have been used for various infections. Dandelion is found throughout mild climates of the northern hemisphere. The polysaccharides in dandelion are known to reduce stress on the liver and support its ability to produce bile. They also help your liver filter potentially harmful chemicals out of our food. They are particularly high in calcium, Fiber, iron, manganese, potassium, thiamin, vitamins, A, B-6, C, E and vitamin K.

How Much Space Does Dandelion Plants Need?

In terms of spacing, it is recommended to maintain a spacing of 6-9 inches (15-23 cm.) between plants in rows 12 inches (30 cm.) apart for dandelion seed growing.

What Type Soil Does Dandelion Like

Dandelion typically indicates heavy, compacted, acidic soil, but also grows in fertile well-drained areas. Dandelion's long taproots bring up calcium and other minerals from the subsoil. These can enrich the garden as dandelion decomposes. Daisy (Bellis perennis) indicates dry, well-drained soil with low fertility.

Planting Instructions

Sow your dandelion seeds directly into your garden soil six weeks before the last frost of the spring. The ground temperature should be at least 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Plant your seeds a quarter of an inch below the soil surface and only lightly cover them with soil to help the sunlight germinate them.

Nutrients

Normal-For best results, apply weed & feed fertilizer in spring, once grass and weeds are up and actively growing. Dandelions and other common lawn weeds are most susceptible to treatment when still young and small.

Vegan- For best results if growing in small to medium size containers, be sure to incorporated before planting our Callemo Powder to help support the plants Calcium and Magnesium needs. Then our VeGrow Quick Start to get the root system started and then use our VeGrow Supreme once a week for the duration of the plants life cycle.

What can I plant next to Dandelion?

Dandelions are great companion plants for: Broad beans, Early strawberries, Apricots, Peaches, Plums, Early Apples, Early Pears, Cherries.

Harvest Time

To harvest and eat dandelions, try to clip the small leaves from the plant before the plant flowers. Once the yellow flower has bloomed, taste the dandelion greens first to see if you like the taste. Harvest by picking off the small leaves and eating them straight away or use them ina fresh salad.