tick tock tick tock
What shall we do with the dandelion green? We could make a gift for a flower fairy queen, Or tell her the time by the silent chime, No tick no tock, of the dandelion clock, just, Puff, one o'clock, puff, two o'clock, Puff, three o'clock. What shall we do with the dandelion down?
dandelion seedhead
The seedhead of a Dandelion is something to behold - an intricate globe combining geometrical integrity with gossamer delicacy held much symbolism for our omen-ridden ancestors; seeds floating away were thought to carry feelings of affection to the loved one; however, if any remained after a hearty puff, they suggested that the intended had reservations about the relationship.
Then again, the remaining number might foretell the number of children born of the forthcoming union or how many years of life lay ahead. They were also taken to indicate the hour of the day, hence the famous word ‘clock’ for the dandelion seedhead.