I would like to plant a flower garden starting from bulbs/ seeds, when should I plant them?

Question by tylertylertyler: I would like to plant a flower garden starting from bulbs/ seeds, when should I plant them?
I live in Northern California.

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Answer by MT C
Bulbs can go into the ground as soon as it is workable. Seeds should wait until after the last frost is anticipated.

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