When to plant Marigold in Zone 2a
In Zone 2a, Marigold: start seeds indoors around Apr 24–May 8; transplant outdoors around Jun 12–Jun 19; direct sow outdoors around Jun 5–Jun 19. Expect to harvest around Jul 25–Aug 8.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Transplant outdoors | Jun 12 – Jun 19 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jun 5 – Jun 19 |
| Harvest | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Harvest | Aug 1 – Aug 8 |
Tip: Easy and fast; a classic companion plant that brightens the veg bed and deters some pests.
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 →