African Marigold
Marigold| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Apr 20th |
| Last Frost | Jun 1st |
| Transplant / Sow Outdoors | Jun 15th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 14th |
| Harvest Ends | Aug 1st |
Crop Details
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 60 |
| Sun Requirements |  Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 60 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 50 |
| Harden Off (days) | 7 |
Sowing Tips
Transplant Conditions
Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
Expert Note
Start indoors only if you need an early bloom, then transplant after nights are reliably warm and water deeply until established.