When to plant Marigold in Zone 8b
In Zone 8b, Marigold: start seeds indoors around Feb 1–Feb 15; transplant outdoors around Mar 22–Mar 29; direct sow outdoors around Mar 15–Mar 29. Expect to harvest around May 4–May 18.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 1 – Feb 15 |
| Transplant outdoors | Mar 22 – Mar 29 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Harvest | May 4 – May 18 |
| Harvest | May 11 – May 18 |
Tip: Easy and fast; a classic companion plant that brightens the veg bed and deters some pests.
Zone 8b averages a last spring frost around Mar 15 and a first fall frost around Nov 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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