When to plant Marigold in Zone 9a
In Zone 9a, Marigold: start seeds indoors around Jan 17–Jan 31; transplant outdoors around Mar 7–Mar 14; direct sow outdoors around Feb 28–Mar 14. Expect to harvest around Apr 19–May 3.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 17 – Jan 31 |
| Transplant outdoors | Mar 7 – Mar 14 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Harvest | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Harvest | Apr 26 – May 3 |
Tip: Easy and fast; a classic companion plant that brightens the veg bed and deters some pests.
Zone 9a averages a last spring frost around Feb 28 and a first fall frost around Dec 5. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 9a calendar in the tool →