When to plant Calendula in Zone 2a
In Zone 2a, Calendula: direct sow outdoors around May 22–Jun 19; direct sow outdoors around Jun 30–Jul 14. Expect to harvest around Jul 11–Aug 8.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | May 22 – Jun 19 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jun 30 – Jul 14 |
| Harvest | Jul 11 – Aug 8 |
| Harvest | Aug 19 – Sep 2 |
Tip: Cool-season and edible; deadhead often and it'll bloom from spring into fall.
Zone 2a averages a last spring frost around Jun 5 and a first fall frost around Aug 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 2a calendar in the tool →