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When can i start planting a flower garden in North Western Ontario Weather?

I'm planning on digging up part of the lawn and making it a flower garden, but with this weather, I was just wondering when the best time would be. Beginning of April?

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1. Depending on where you live in Northwestern Ontario, I believe your last expected spring frost date is "officially" May 24. But I lived in that area for 15 years and saw frost as late as mid June. It also depends on what you want to plant. Your local garden center will have plants ready to put into the ground before the last frost, so be careful that you don't plant them too early. In my experience, spinach and radishes are good early crops to start with.
2. I would lay it out on paper, use string or a garden hose to outline it in the yard, but don't plant until the potential for frost is gone. This will give you a little time to see it drawn out and staked out so you make sure it's the size and shape you want.