How to grow Signet Marigold

Tagetes tenuifolia

Full Sun
Medium

Keep soil evenly moist. Feed biweekly with a balanced liquid fertilizer, following label directions.

Transplanting Signet marigold

Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow 1/8 inch (2-3 cm) deep 1-2 weeks after the last frost. Amend soil with compost or well-rotted manure before planting. Thin young plants to 15-18 inches (38-45 cm) apart.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Signet marigold is a tender plant.

How long does Signet marigold take to grow?

These estimates for how long Signet marigold takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Signet marigold to germinate?: 5 days
Average 5 days | Min 2 days | Max 16 days (30)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Signet marigold?: + 60 days
Average 60 days | Min 45 days | Max 88 days (6)
Days to Maturity How long until Signet marigold is ready for harvest / bloom?: + 207 days
Average 207 days | Min 207 days | Max 207 days (1)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Signet marigold?: = 272 days

When should I plant Signet marigold?

Our when to plant Signet marigold estimates are relative to your last frost date.

When to sow The number of days to sow Signet marigold before or after your last frost date.: 49 days before Last Frost Date

Other names for Signet marigold

Dwarf marigold, Tagetes

Tagetes signata