How long does it take to grow Marigold?

Marigold takes approximately 50 days from planting to harvest.

How much sun does Marigold need?

Marigold requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).

Plant Marigold at 4/sqft (6" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.

Marigold is frost-sensitive and should not be exposed to frost.

Marigold seeds germinate in 5-10 days at an optimal temperature of 75°F.

Start Marigold seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant 1 weeks after last frost.

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Asteraceae family

Days to Harvest50 days

SunlightFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

Germination5-10 days

HardinessTender

Germ. Temp75°F

Start Indoors6 weeks before last frost

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