Zone 10 · Marigold

Planting Marigold in Zone 10

Tagetes patula

✅ Marigold thrives in zone 10 (hardy 2–11)

Can I plant today?

Marigold has a specific planting window in zone 10. Check back in spring.

Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·

Zone's last frost

around January 15

Zone's first frost

around December 15

Bloom window

June – October

Peak bloom

August

Sun required

full sun

Mature height

12"

Spacing

9" apart

Type

annual

How to plant Marigold in zone 10

Direct-sow or transplant after last frost. Repels many pests.

Marigold peaks in August. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.

Daylily

Peaks in July

Common Jasmine

Peaks in July

Snapdragon

Peaks in June

Petunia

Peaks in July

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