When to plant Marigold in Zone 5b
In Zone 5b, Marigold: start seeds indoors around Mar 19–Apr 2; transplant outdoors around May 7–May 14; direct sow outdoors around Apr 30–May 14. Expect to harvest around Jun 19–Jul 3.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| Transplant outdoors | May 7 – May 14 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 30 – May 14 |
| Harvest | Jun 19 – Jul 3 |
| Harvest | Jun 26 – Jul 3 |
Tip: Easy and fast; a classic companion plant that brightens the veg bed and deters some pests.
Zone 5b averages a last spring frost around Apr 30 and a first fall frost around Oct 5. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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