When to plant Marigold in Zone 1a
In Zone 1a, Marigold: start seeds indoors around May 4–May 18; transplant outdoors around Jun 22–Jun 29; direct sow outdoors around Jun 15–Jun 29. Expect to harvest around Aug 4–Aug 18.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | May 4 – May 18 |
| Transplant outdoors | Jun 22 – Jun 29 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jun 15 – Jun 29 |
| Harvest | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
| Harvest | Aug 11 – Aug 18 |
Tip: Easy and fast; a classic companion plant that brightens the veg bed and deters some pests.
Zone 1a averages a last spring frost around Jun 15 and a first fall frost around Aug 15. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 1a calendar in the tool →