Dandelion (Taraxacum polyxanthum)
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 polyxanthum, known as gulbrokig maskros in Swedish, is a dandelion species characterized by its numerous bright yellow flowers and often variegated foliage. Although frequently considered a weed, its basal leaf rosettes and cheerful yellow blooms can add a rustic and natural touch to meadows, cottage gardens, or as ground cover in sunny areas.
Care tips
This robust plant thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal blooming. It prefers well-drained soils and is not particular about soil type, though it dislikes waterlogging. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings, and a common mistake is attempting complete eradication if a natural look is desired, as it is a perennial and resilient plant.
How to save a dying Dandelion
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or wilting leaves, soft stems, no flowering.
- First aid
- Transplant to loose, rich soil, water moderately.
- What kills it
- Compact soil, excessive moisture, or extreme drought.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes! It's very resilient, responds well to environmental changes.