When to plant Calendula in Zone 6b
In Zone 6b, Calendula: direct sow outdoors around Apr 1–Apr 29; direct sow outdoors around Aug 30–Sep 13. Expect to harvest around May 21–Jun 18.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 1 – Apr 29 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Harvest | May 21 – Jun 18 |
| Harvest | Oct 19 – Nov 2 |
Tip: Cool-season and edible; deadhead often and it'll bloom from spring into fall.
Zone 6b averages a last spring frost around Apr 15 and a first fall frost around Oct 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 6b calendar in the tool →