An Ode to the Dandelion:

Deciphering fact from fiction for one of the most infamous plants in the world.

Dandelion in a lawn. Photo: Abiya Saeed

Dandelions can be a bit of a polarizing subject for gardeners. Some absolutely love them, while others may despise seeing these bright yellow bursts of unconformity in an otherwise ‘pristine’ lawn and garden landscape. Many often find themselves somewhere in the middle of this spectrum. Dandelions are also used as a symbol for resilience–growing despite all odds in some very harsh and unforgiving environments–often ones where few cultivated plants would successfully grow.… Continue reading this article “An Ode to the Dandelion:”