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Can You Grow Calendula in Delaware?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6b, 7a

Grows well here

Calendula grows well here and is one of the easiest, most useful companion flowers — it reseeds freely.

Plant zones

2a–11b

Delaware last frost

early March

Delaware first frost

late November

Days to harvest

50–70 days

When to plant Calendulas in Delaware

Direct sow

Oct 1 – Oct 31

Harvest

Jun – Jul (following year)

Dates are approximate, based on Delaware's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Calendula

Calendula (pot marigold) is a cheerful, easy annual flower with edible petals — a pollinator magnet and a classic companion plant that repels pests throughout the garden.

Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 4 weeks earlier. Deadhead to keep it blooming. Edible petals brighten salads and are used in natural salves.

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Gardening in Delaware

Delaware has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Atlantic. Mild winters and warm summers support a long growing season for mid-Atlantic vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Calendula in Delaware?

Calendula grows well here and is one of the easiest, most useful companion flowers — it reseeds freely.

What zone is Delaware?

Delaware spans USDA Zone 7a (6b, 7a).

When do you plant Calendulas in Delaware?

Plant Calendulas Oct 1 – Oct 31, harvest Jun – Jul (following year).