Heirloom Dandelion True Flower Seeds
Heirloom Dandelion True Flower Seeds
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With our True Flower Seeds, learn about the health advantages and culinary joys of dandelion (Taraxacum officinale). The gently astringent leaves of this perennial plant, which is highly valued for its nutritional content, can be cooked like spinach or eaten raw in salads. The bright yellow flowers give meals a hint of colour and delicate sweetness, while the roots can be roasted to make a coffee substitute. In addition to being a nutritious addition to your diet, dandelions are entertaining for kids to observe as they grow and change, making them an ideal choice for gardeners who are interested in sustainable, edible plants.
About Our Seeds:
- Non-GMO and Open-Pollinated: Ensures you cultivate the most natural and sustainable plants.
- Untreated: Our seeds are free from chemicals, ensuring a healthy garden and safe consumption.
- Quality Assurance: We conduct regular tests to ensure our seeds meet the highest germination standards.
- Eco-Friendly Packaging: Packaged in eco-friendly, resealable packets made from recycled materials and printed with vegetable-based inks, eliminating the use of plastic ziploc bags.
Quantity:
- Each packet contains approximately 50 seeds, ideal for starting or enhancing your garden.
Growing Instructions Included: Comprehensive planting instructions are provided, making it easy for both novice and experienced gardeners to successfully grow and enjoy their own dandelions.
Planting Tips:
- Location: Thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
- Spacing: Space plants sufficiently to allow for their natural spread.
Grow our Dandelion True Flower Seeds to enrich your garden with a versatile and medicinal plant that offers beauty, nutrition, and the joy of harvesting your own herbs.
- Soil requirements: Heirloom dandelions prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH level between 6.0 and 7.5. They can tolerate a variety of soil types but thrive best in loamy soil.
- Sunlight needs: These seeds require full sun to partial shade. They grow best with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Watering requirements: Dandelions need moderate watering. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water them deeply once a week, more frequently in hot, dry weather.
- Planting season: The best time to plant heirloom dandelion seeds is in early spring or late summer to early fall.
- Depth and spacing: Plant the seeds at a depth of 1/4 inch and space them about 6 to 12 inches apart to allow for adequate growth.
- Germination time: Dandelion seeds typically germinate within 7 to 14 days under optimal conditions.
- Maturity time: Heirloom dandelions reach maturity in about 85 to 95 days after planting.
- Harvesting time: The best time to harvest dandelion greens is in the early morning when the leaves are tender and full of moisture. Flowers can be harvested when they are fully open.
- Harvesting tips: Use a sharp knife or scissors to cut the leaves and flowers. For greens, harvest before the plant flowers for the best flavor. Store harvested greens in a cool, dry place or refrigerate them in a plastic bag to maintain freshness.
