750 DANDELION SEEDS Taraxacum Officinale Open-Pollinated NON-GMO Heirloom USA This cosmopolitan plant bares the familiar yellow flower we're all familiar with in the Spring. However, the Dandelion is a SUPER plant. The Dandelion is excellent for loosening heavier soil structure with its taproot that also mines minerals, and can store them in its tissues. The young leaves of the Dandelion are excellent in salads, and is commonly used in European cuisine, and is also rich in antioxidants. The white tap root of the Dandelion is a coffee substitute. Very tough plant that can withstand extremes in Sun, temperature and pest pressure. The Dandelion with its wonderful growth rate and adaptability is being investigated for possible health promoting properties. Culture Notes: Sunlight -Full/Part Shade Days to Germination-7-21 Planting Depth-Surface sow as light is needed for Germination-gently press seeds into seedling mix to just make contact with media. Next, cover seed tray with transparent cover and lift once per day to give seedling mix very light spray if seedling mix is dry on surface. Spray very lightly because seeds will wash through seedling media otherwise. Once you notice seeds have sprouted, remove lid as seedlings will need aeration to avoid damping off. Life Cycle-Perennial Sowing-Direct or Indoors Days to Maturity-95