How to Grow Dandelion
Taraxacum officinale
Your complete guide to growing Dandelion.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Dandelion
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| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | April – May | — | July – October |
| Zone 4 | March – April | — | July – October |
| Zone 5 | March – April | — | June – October |
| Zone 6 | March – April | — | June – November |
| Zone 7 | February – March | — | June – November |
| Zone 8 | February – March | — | May – December |
| Zone 9 | January – February | — | April – December |
| Zone 10 | January | — | April – December |
| Zone 11 | January | — | March – December |
Companion Plants for Dandelion
✓ Good companions
Dandelions provide ground cover while beans fix nitrogen that dandelions can utilize
Dandelion's taproot creates channels that help carrot root development
Dandelions attract beneficial insects that help pollinate and protect brassicas
Dandelions provide natural ground cover and shade, protecting lettuce from heat stress
Both plants help deter pests and can grow well in similar soil conditions
Dandelions break up compacted soil, making it easier for radishes to grow
Dandelion's deep taproot brings up nutrients for shallow-rooted spinach
Dandelions accumulate potassium in their leaves, beneficial when composted for tomatoes
✗ Keep away from
Dense dandelion growth can significantly reduce corn yields through competition
Dandelions release allelopathic compounds that can inhibit soybean germination
Dandelions compete aggressively with cereal grains for nutrients and space
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
