Dandelions

  One of the earliest flowering plants and an important early food source for pollinators.

  Many frown upon the lowly dandelion as it’s bright yellow flowers pop up in their nicely manicured green lawns. They’ll dig them out or spray them with chemicals to kill them off.

  Meanwhile, children make wishes as they blow the seed heads apart and watch in delight as the seeds float away on the air currents.

  Probably to land in someone’s yard that won’t appreciate or understand why those pesky dandelions keep coming up in their yard.

  If one really looks into the dandelion, they will learn it has many benifits and uses. As well as a rich history. It was cultivated as a food source at one point. And has medicinal properties.

  A word of caution to those people with kidney problems, gallbladder problems, or gallstones should consult their doctors before eating dandelion.

  Tea’s, jellies, wine, soaps, and much more can be made with the common dandelion.

  I have eaten the young leaves in salads and found them to be palatable. Bigger leaves tend to be on the bitter side.

  I do not claim to be an expert on many things, I am, however, a lifelong learner and am fascinated with many things. I try to share what interests me in hopes that others who share similar interests may find what I post useful.

  As always, any input is welcomed. May your ventures be met with success!

https://thenerdyfarmwife.com/12-things-to-make-with-dandelion-flowers/

https://www.google.com/amp/s/circulatingnow.nlm.nih.gov/2016/06/07/the-dandelion/amp/