When to plant Marigold in Zone 8a
In Zone 8a, Marigold: start seeds indoors around Feb 8–Feb 22; transplant outdoors around Mar 29–Apr 5; direct sow outdoors around Mar 22–Apr 5. Expect to harvest around May 11–May 25.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 8 – Feb 22 |
| Transplant outdoors | Mar 29 – Apr 5 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
| Harvest | May 11 – May 25 |
| Harvest | May 18 – May 25 |
Tip: Easy and fast; a classic companion plant that brightens the veg bed and deters some pests.
Zone 8a averages a last spring frost around Mar 22 and a first fall frost around Nov 18. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8a calendar in the tool →