Dandelions provide both pollen and nectar. By late May, more flowering plants are available as food sources for bees and other insects, so dandelions become less important for their diet.

Do dandelions need pollinating?

The flower head or capitulum of a dandelion is actually made up of lots of individual flowers known as florets or ray flowers. Each have stamen with pollen, nectar and a single petal. ... However as I'm sure you know dandelions don't actually need insects to propagate through cross pollination.

Is dandelion an allergen?

Allergy: Allergic contact dermatitis has been reported following contact with dandelions whilst mowing lawns, picking the leaves for pet food, and for wine-making. A golfer developed dermatitis following contact with dandelions.