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Dandelion Seeds, Japanese White
Description
(Taraxacum albidum). This white dandelion is held in high esteem in Japan. This species is specifically found growing wild in southern Japan. It is not considered an aggressive or weedy dandelion variety. Instead, it is celebrated in its native land as a useful food and medicine plant. Its delicately bitter leaves are lightly boiled into Ohitashi. The snow-white blooms are lightly battered and fried for tempura, and the long tap root is favored both for its culinary potential and its medicinal benefits. Try growing a trifecta of dandelions in pink, yellow, and white for a perfectly pretty pastel presentation!
- Perennial in USDA zones 3 and above
- 40-60 days to maturity
- 4-6 hours of sun
- Sprouts in 5-10 days
- Ideal Temperature: 45-75 F
- Seed Depth: 1/8"
- Plant Spacing: 8-12"
- Frost Hardy: Yes
Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs
Growing Tips
Japanese White dandelion is adaptable to most areas but grows best in a location that receives morning sun and part to full shade in the afternoon. This keeps the greens tender and mild. Regular watering is important but avoid waterlogging​.
When to Grow
You can sow Japanese White dandelion seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost in spring or outdoors once all danger of frost has passed. The variety is hardy in USDA zones 3 and above​.
How to Sow and Plant
Directly sow the seeds on the soil surface, as they need light to germinate. Lightly press them into the soil without covering them too deeply. Space the plants 8-12 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart. Germination takes around 5-10 days.
How to Grow
Once germinated, keep the soil consistently moist but well-drained. For best results, grow in cooler weather to reduce bitterness. Harvest the young leaves for salads or wait until they mature for stronger flavors. Japanese White dandelions are also well-suited for container gardening.
How to Save
- Dandelion flowers have little tufts called pappuses.
- When the full seedhead is present, before the wind can whisk it away or animal traffic breaks it apart, the entire seedhead can be pulled or clipped from the plant and placed in a container for drying.
- To remove the pappuses from the seeds, simply rub them on a screen. The tiny seed will fall through and the pappuses ball up and are caught on the surface of the screen.
- Chaff and other debris can be further separated, if desired, by careful screening and winnowing. It does not take much of an air current to separate the chaff from these very tiny seeds, so gently blowing on the surface of the seeds in a container will usually be enough to separate, then stir and shake the seeds and repeat the process until there is no longer chaff or debris.
FAQ
Is Japanese White dandelion invasive?
No, unlike common dandelions, this variety is not considered invasive. It grows more slowly and is not as aggressive in spreading.
What are the best growing conditions for Japanese White dandelion?
It prefers well-drained, fertile soil and can grow in full sun or partial shade. Cooler weather enhances the flavor of the leaves and reduces bitterness.
Are Japanese White dandelion flowers and leaves edible?
Yes, the mildly bitter leaves are great for salads, and the white flowers can be used decoratively or in teas.
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