Scientists discover that dandelion seeds are basically magic

As the warm summer months creep nearer and spring flowers begin to bloom, many of us will find some less welcome blossoms on our lawns. Dandelions are one of the most troublesome weeds, and anyone that's tended to a yard can tell you that they spread remarkably fast. The plants have a genius way of advancing their species and there's a good chance you loved them as a kid. The seedy tufts that form from the plants spread seeds across a wide area when a brisk breeze passes through, and a new study...