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Can You Grow Calendula in Mississippi?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b
Calendula grows well here and is one of the easiest, most useful companion flowers — it reseeds freely.
Plant zones
Mississippi last frost
Mississippi first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Calendulas in Mississippi
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi'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.
Gardening in Mississippi
Mississippi has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. Two growing seasons are achievable most years. Excellent for sweet potatoes, okra, and southern vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Calendula in Mississippi?
Calendula grows well here and is one of the easiest, most useful companion flowers — it reseeds freely.
What zone is Mississippi?
Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Calendulas in Mississippi?
Plant Calendulas Oct 1 – Oct 31, harvest Jun – Jul (following year).