How to save dandelion seeds

Dandelion Seeds Introduction

Dandelions have seeds. Generally, dandelion seeds will produce seeds after 2 years of maintenance. Dandelion seeds are umbrella-shaped. The seeds grow at the bottom of the umbrella-shaped stalk. The color is brown or dark brown, and the shape is cylindrical.

How to save dandelion seeds

Dandelion seeds grow on the petals of the flower. Generally, after the flower opens, the seeds can be removed when the color of the disc turns yellow-green. The seeds must be picked out of the disc before it cracks.

When collecting dandelion seeds, you can observe the flowers. You can also collect them when they become velvety inflorescences. Slowly approach, then hold the dandelion in one hand and place it in clean water. Then separate the seeds and inflorescences and dry them in the sun.

Dandelion seed propagation

Dandelions can be propagated by seeds, which can usually be sown directly during planting. It is generally most suitable to plant dandelion seeds in spring from February to May and in autumn from August to October. They will usually germinate half a month after planting and will bloom one month after planting.

How to plant dandelion seeds

1. Germination: In order to increase the germination rate of dandelion seeds before planting, you can soak the seeds in clean water for a few days to germinate.

2. Soil: The soil for planting dandelions should be a mixture of loose, fertile garden soil, leaf mold and yellow sand.

3. Planting: After the processed dandelion seeds are planted in the soil, the soil in the pot must be watered thoroughly immediately, and the soil just needs to be kept moist later.