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Taraxacum officinale is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its rosette foliage and seasonal flowering habit. It grows well in temperate to moderately warm climates and adapts easily to garden beds, open landscapes, and herbal garden planting. The plant prefers full sunlight to partial shade, well drained soil, and moderate watering, making it suitable for outdoor cultivation in a variety of garden conditions.
Features
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Perennial herbaceous plant suitable for herbal garden cultivation
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Rosette growth habit with seasonal flowering
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Adaptable to garden beds, borders, and open landscapes
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Prefers sunny to partially shaded locations
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Suitable for temperate to moderately warm climates
Specifications
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Scientific name: Taraxacum officinale
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Common name (US): Dandelion
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Seed type / variety: Open pollinated herbal plant seed
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Growth habit: Low growing perennial herbaceous plant
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USDA zones: 3 to 10
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Planting season: Spring or early fall in suitable climates
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Growing season: Spring through fall active growth
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Sowing season: February to April in warm regions; March to May in temperate regions; September to October in mild climates
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Germination time and conditions: About 7 to 14 days in moist well drained soil
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Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil requirements: Well drained loamy or sandy soil preferred
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Watering needs: Moderate watering with consistent moisture during establishment
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Mature plant size: Approximately 6 to 12 inches height with similar spread
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Plant spacing: About 6 to 10 inches between plants
