Zone 11 · Marigold
Planting Marigold in Zone 11
Tagetes patula
✅ Marigold thrives in zone 11 (hardy 2–11)
Can I plant today?
🌸 Marigold should be blooming now!
Plants set out in early season are peaking. Deadhead to keep blooms coming.
Evaluated for June 13, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
essentially frost-free
Zone's first frost
essentially frost-free
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 11
Direct-sow or transplant after last frost. Repels many pests.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Marigold peaks in August. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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