When to plant marigold in Adelaide
Adelaide sits in Australia's temperate zone. Computed from Adelaide's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the marigold window:
Sow
November – March
Transplant
April – May, October
Harvest
~2 months after sowing
Temperate zone tip
Sydney marigolds bloom from spring through autumn. Reliable garden companions.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Adelaide typically falls in August, with the first returning around June. Marigold is frost-sensitive, so keep it inside that frost-free run.
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When can I plant marigold in Adelaide?
In Adelaide (temperate zone), sow seed November – March and transplant seedlings April – May, October. Expect to harvest roughly 2 months after sowing.
Can you grow marigold in Adelaide?
Yes — marigold grows well around Adelaide when planted in its window. Sydney marigolds bloom from spring through autumn. Reliable garden companions.