Can I plant dandelion seeds directly?

Can dandelion seeds be planted directly?

Dandelion seeds can be planted directly. Generally, the seeds need to be germinated during planting. After treatment, they can be placed in the soil for planting. When planting, pay attention to compacting the soil and then soak it in moisture for maintenance.

Dandelion seed planting time

Dandelion seeds can generally be planted in spring, summer and autumn, usually from February to May or from August to October each year, as long as the environmental temperature is pleasant and there is sufficient light.

Dandelion seed planting temperature

Germination period: Dandelion seeds do not require very high soil temperature during the germination period, and generally can germinate at around 15 degrees.

Growth period: After the dandelion seeds grow into seedlings, the environmental temperature can be maintained at around 15-28 degrees during the later maintenance.

How to plant dandelion seeds

1. Process the seeds: Soak the dandelion seeds in clean water, then take them out for later use. It is best to disinfect the seeds with carbendazim.

2. Prepare the soil: Prepare loose, fertile, well-drained and moist soil as the planting medium.

3. Planting management: Plant the processed dandelion seeds, then cover them with a thin layer of soil about 3 or 4 mm thick, and then cover them with a layer of ground film to keep warm.