When to plant marigold in Hobart
Hobart sits in Australia's cool temperate zone. Computed from Hobart's Bureau of Meteorology climate averages, here is the marigold window:
Sow
—
Transplant
December – March
Harvest
~2 months after sowing
Cool temperate zone tip
Melbourne marigolds wait until after frost, October onward. Bloom through summer.
Frost matters here: the last frost around Hobart typically falls in October, with the first returning around April. Marigold is frost-sensitive, so keep it inside that frost-free run.
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When can I plant marigold in Hobart?
In Hobart (cool temperate zone), transplant seedlings December – March. Expect to harvest roughly 2 months after sowing.
Can you grow marigold in Hobart?
Yes — marigold grows well around Hobart when planted in its window. Melbourne marigolds wait until after frost, October onward. Bloom through summer.