When to plant Marigold in Zone 1b
In Zone 1b, Marigold: start seeds indoors around Apr 29–May 13; transplant outdoors around Jun 17–Jun 24; direct sow outdoors around Jun 10–Jun 24. Expect to harvest around Jul 30–Aug 13.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 29 – May 13 |
| Transplant outdoors | Jun 17 – Jun 24 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jun 10 – Jun 24 |
| Harvest | Jul 30 – Aug 13 |
| Harvest | Aug 6 – Aug 13 |
Tip: Easy and fast; a classic companion plant that brightens the veg bed and deters some pests.
Zone 1b averages a last spring frost around Jun 10 and a first fall frost around Aug 20. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 1b calendar in the tool →