dandelions

[Georgiesmum]

I read in a book on parrots a while ago that dandelions are good for greys but i was wondering what part do they eat? not the yellow flower part is it?

[Greywings]

They can eat the leaves and the flowers, just make certain they are free of pesticides or herbacides.

[Georgiesmum]

great thank you

[pearllyn]

Alfie won't entertain the flower part, but will play with the leaves, although she doesn't eat them!

[Jayd]

Dandelion greens and leaves, are the number 1 dark green leafy veggie for parrots. Most markets sell it. I wouldn't recommend picking it out of your yard unless it's a container plant you planted! From your yard it could have saliva, dog and cat droppings, etc. Always remember to rinse in Organic apple cider vinegar or GSE .Thanks Jayd

[JillyBeanz]

Harvey's the same as Alfie - looks at the flower like it's a poisoned chalice - but loves the leaves - he'll happily chew on them (of course washed and drained and only from my front lawn) for ages! They're great

[Jayd]

The flowers look better in your hair then his beaker......Jayd

[Girltron]

Do most parrots tend to like Dandelion? I've tried Francis on kale, collards, bok choy, and chinese spinach so far. He chucks it out of the way so he can get to the beans...he loves his beans or peas! The rest of the veggies get a bit of a nibble here and there. But the leafies, I think, I end up throwing away with the paper or vacuuming off the floor for the most part.

[Jayd]

Dandelion, Carrot tops, Beet tops, a lot of waste, you just have to keep trying!!!, Try them Chopped, stuck in the bars etc.....Thanks Jayd

[Georgiesmum]

One dandelions is all i found in my whole garden!! ONE! Lol and George didn't touch it.

[birdhouse]

One dandelions is all i found in my whole garden!! ONE! Lol and George didn't touch it.

 

... boy, I wish I could say that!! There's a constant supply for the fids because they're a pain in my yard.

 

I shred dandelion greens into the mix of veggies & grains I make for Kura. She'll eat them that way, but just mostly plays if it's the whole leaf or flower.

 

Phenix likes me to give him mostly stems a couple inches long. He'll just pitch it if I make him strip the leaf for himself.

 

Not that he's spoiled or anything. I'm just well trained. :rolleyes: