Dandelion (Taraxacum vindobonense)
Care, watering, light and tips for Dandelion on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Demanding
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
About Dandelion
Taraxacum vindobonense, known as the Vienna Dandelion, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is characterized by its lobed basal leaves and distinctive bright yellow flowers clustered in solitary heads. It is ideal for wild gardens, natural meadows, or as a ground cover in sunny areas, adding a rustic and colorful touch.
Native range
Central Europe
Care tips
This species thrives in full sun to partial shade for optimal growth and abundant flowering. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings, as it tolerates dry periods well. It adapts to a wide variety of soils but prefers well-drained and slightly fertile ones. A common mistake is trying to completely eradicate it if a 'perfect' garden is sought, as it is a resilient species and beneficial for pollinators.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Wilting, yellowing leaves, soft stems, no flowering.
- First aid
- Transplant to a sunny spot, water moderately if soil is dry, improve drainage.
- What kills it
- Excessive shade, constant waterlogging, lack of root space.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't rotted and conditions are corrected.