The importance of dandelions

It is February in Texas and the only things blooming are dandelions.

Photo description: common dandelion with a yellow bloom and white seed head in a bed of fallen leaves
Photo description: bee visiting the dandelion flower

We had some warm weather interrupt winter, and the bees came out and sipped from the dandelions. While other yard owners are applying pre-emergents, the bees are feasting in our spring blooms. Dandelions are also edible. Although I have not gone down that path, it is nice to know I could.