Dandelion (Taraxacum hollandicum)
Care, watering, light and tips for Dandelion on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
About Dandelion
Taraxacum hollandicum, known as Dutch Dandelion, is a robust variety of the familiar perennial herbaceous plant, characterized by its basal rosette of toothed leaves and bright yellow, pom-pom-like flowers. Often considered a 'weed' in ornamental gardens, its resilience and early flowering make it valuable for pollinators and can bring a wild, natural touch to meadows and low-maintenance gardens. While not commonly cultivated in pots, it can thrive in open spaces where its spread is permitted.
Native range
Western Europe, especially the Netherlands
Care tips
Dutch Dandelion thrives in full sun for optimal flowering, though it tolerates some partial shade. It is highly adaptable regarding watering, tolerating drought periods but benefiting from regular moisture; the main mistake is overwatering in poorly drained soils. It grows well in almost any soil type, provided it has good drainage, being undemanding regarding fertility. Avoid excessive use of herbicides if you wish to encourage its presence for its wildlife benefits.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or wilting leaves, soft stems, no flowering.
- First aid
- Replant in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Water only when the soil is dry.
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing root rot or lack of light. It doesn't tolerate full shade.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't completely rotted and it gets light and good drainage.