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🏵️ Growing Marigold in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Marigold can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 28. First frost: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 17Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 days)

Zone11a

Last FrostJan 28

First FrostDec 22

Season Length328 days

Days to Harvest50

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

When to Plant Marigold in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 17

Start Marigold seeds indoors around Dec 17 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75°F. Germinates in 5–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 4

Transplant Marigold seedlings outdoors after Feb 4. Wait until soil temperature reaches 60°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 11

First harvest approximately Mar 11 (~35 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

Companion Planting

✅ Tomatoes✅ Peppers✅ Eggplant ✅ Squash✅ Cucumbers

❌ Beans❌ Cabbage

Marigold in Other Zones

1a 1b 2a 2b 3a 3b 4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b 10a 10b 11a 11b 12a 12b 13a 13b

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Marigold in Zone 11a?

Start Marigold seeds indoors around Dec 17. Transplant outdoors after Feb 4. Expect first harvest around Mar 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Marigold in Zone 11a?

Yes. Marigold needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Marigold in Zone 11a?

The best time to start Marigold in Zone 11a is Dec. Begin seeds indoors around Dec 17, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 28.

What companion plants grow well with Marigold?

Good companion plants for Marigold include Tomatoes, Peppers, Eggplant, Squash, Cucumbers. Avoid planting Marigold near Beans, Cabbage.

How long does Marigold take to harvest?

Marigold takes approximately 50 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 11a, expect your first harvest around Mar 11.

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