When to plant Marigold in Zone 7b
In Zone 7b, Marigold: start seeds indoors around Feb 18–Mar 4; transplant outdoors around Apr 8–Apr 15; direct sow outdoors around Apr 1–Apr 15. Expect to harvest around May 21–Jun 4.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 18 – Mar 4 |
| Transplant outdoors | Apr 8 – Apr 15 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Harvest | May 21 – Jun 4 |
| Harvest | May 28 – Jun 4 |
Tip: Easy and fast; a classic companion plant that brightens the veg bed and deters some pests.
Zone 7b averages a last spring frost around Apr 1 and a first fall frost around Nov 10. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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