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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.

StepWhen
Start seeds indoorsMay 4 – May 18
Transplant outdoorsJun 22 – Jun 29
Direct sow outdoorsJun 15 – Jun 29
HarvestAug 4 – Aug 18
HarvestAug 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.

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