Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Strong growth cheerful blooms
Growth Habit
Upright
Bloom Season
Summer to early autumn
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open pollinated
Plant Type
Ornamental flowering plant
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
200 to 300 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
Cool to temperate climates
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
25 to 30 cm
Planting Depth
Light cover
Growing Conditions
Sunny locations
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dente di Leone mean in gardening contexts?
What does Dente di Leone mean in gardening contexts?
Dente di Leone is an Italian phrase meaning “lion's tooth,” a name associated with the familiar appearance of dandelion-like foliage.
Can Dente di Leone fit into a naturalistic garden?
Can Dente di Leone fit into a naturalistic garden?
Its informal appearance can complement meadow-inspired areas, relaxed borders, and other naturalistic planting styles.
How can I use Dente di Leone around ornamental grasses?
How can I use Dente di Leone around ornamental grasses?
Place the flowering plants among grasses to contrast rounded flower heads with narrow, flowing foliage and create a softer planting design.
Can this flower be used to soften a stone garden edge?
Can this flower be used to soften a stone garden edge?
Yes. Its informal growth can help visually soften hard edges around rocks, paths, and other structural garden elements.
What flower colors pair with golden Dente di Leone blooms?
What flower colors pair with golden Dente di Leone blooms?
Blue, purple, white, and soft pink flowers can provide attractive contrast with golden-yellow blooms in a mixed planting.
Can Dente di Leone be repeated across a large border?
Can Dente di Leone be repeated across a large border?
Yes. Repeated groups can create visual continuity across a border while keeping the informal character of the planting design.