When to Plant Marigold in Zone 8
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Last updated: Apr 25, 2026 · Sources: USDA, NOAA, Cooperative ExtensionZone 8 Planting Schedule
Start Indoors
Feb 20
6–8 weeks before transplant
Transplant Out
Apr 10
After last frost (Mar 20)
First Harvest
Jun 1
45–65 days after planting
Season Ends
Jul 21
Before first frost (Nov 5)
Quick Facts
Sunlight
☀️ Full Sun
Water Needs
💧💧 Moderate
Spacing
10 inches apart
Planting Depth
0.25 inch
Min Soil Temp
65°F
Germination
5–10 days
Days to Maturity
45–65 days
Frost Tolerance
No frost tolerance
Soil pH
6.0–7.5
Difficulty
Easy
Recommended for Zone 8
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Marigold Schedule — All Zones
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 2 | Apr 27 | Jun 15 | — | Aug 6 | Sep 2 |
| Zone 3 | Apr 17 | Jun 5 | — | Jul 27 | Sep 12 |
| Zone 4 | Apr 12 | May 31 | — | Jul 22 | Sep 10 |
| Zone 5 | Apr 2 | May 21 | — | Jul 12 | Aug 31 |
| Zone 6 | Mar 18 | May 6 | — | Jun 27 | Aug 16 |
| Zone 7 | Mar 8 | Apr 26 | — | Jun 17 | Aug 6 |
| Zone 8 | Feb 20 | Apr 10 | — | Jun 1 | Jul 21 |
| Zone 9 | Jan 31 | Mar 21 | — | May 12 | Jul 1 |
| Zone 10 | Jan 13 | Mar 3 | — | Apr 24 | Jun 13 |
| Zone 11 | Dec 18 | Feb 5 | — | Mar 29 | May 18 |
📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.