Overview
Taraxacum kok-saghyz is a tufted herbaceous perennial in the genus Taraxacum, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Taraxacum kok-saghyz grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens.
About
Taraxacum kok-saghyz, often abbreviated as TKS and commonly referred to as the Kazakh dandelion, rubber root, or Russian dandelion, is a species of dandelion native to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, notable for its production of high-quality rubber. T.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Taraxacum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- North, East, South, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Taraxacum kok-saghyz size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Tufted
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Taraxacum kok-saghyz
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Taraxacum kok-saghyz?
Taraxacum kok-saghyz prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Taraxacum kok-saghyz need?
Taraxacum kok-saghyz is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Taraxacum kok-saghyz hardy in the UK?
Taraxacum kok-saghyz has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Taraxacum kok-saghyz?
Seed.
More in the Taraxacum genus
- Taraxacum ceratophorum
- Taraxacum gymnanthum
- Taraxacum laevigatum DC.
- Taraxacum officinale agg. variegated (v)
- Taraxacum pamiricum
- Taraxacum rubrifolium