Zone 11 · Marigold

Planting Marigold in Zone 11

Tagetes patula

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

Can I plant today?

Marigold has a specific planting window in zone 11. Check back in spring.

Evaluated for April 27, 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.

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

Snapdragon

Peaks in June

Petunia

Peaks in July

Impatiens

Peaks in July

Sweet Alyssum

Peaks in July

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