Dandelion (Taraxacum scotodes)
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
Native range
Central and Eastern Europe
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Yellow, soft leaves, droopy stems. If flowering, petals close permanently.
- First aid
- Replant in well-drained soil if potted. If in ground, loosen soil around it. Ensure full sun.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and lack of direct sun. It doesn't tolerate shade or waterlogging.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, often! It's very resilient. With sun and good drainage, it usually recovers quickly.