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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.

StepWhen
Start seeds indoorsApr 24 – May 8
Transplant outdoorsJun 12 – Jun 19
Direct sow outdoorsJun 5 – Jun 19
HarvestJul 25 – Aug 8
HarvestAug 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.

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