Around here, I’ve noticed over the years that dandelions are a reliable indicate of when the danger of frost has passed. The more blossoms, the less chance of another frost. And when they bloom en masse, it’s safe to plant the tomatoes outside.
That day is getting close! I saw 3 dandelions blooming in the yard yesterday. And dozens about to bloom when I was working on the farm.
That is a very interesting observation. None blooming yet around here, west Michigan.
I’ve got DOZENS blooming on my front lawn. I usually don’t start to mow until May 1st to leave the dandelions for the early bees and bugs. :)
Dandelion History
It is hard to believe but at one time there were no dandelions in North America. Dandelions originated in Asia Minor and quickly spread throughout Asia and Europe.
The Normans called this plant “dent de lion”—tooth of the lion—for its jagged leaves. Anglo-Saxons corrupted this name into dandylion.
The Vikings brought dandelion seed with them to Iceland and Greenland where the plant still thrives today.
The Chinese call it “nail in the earth” for its long taproot which draws nutrients and moisture from deep in the ground.
In medieval times, dandelions gathered on St. John’s Eve—June 24—were believed to repel witches. The milky sap, given the name “devil’s milkpail”, was used to cure warts and pimples.
https://www.almanac.com/news/gardening/garden-journal/dandelion-health-benefits
When the dandelions around here are blooming....it is a sign my wife needs to get the lawnmower out.