In Northern and Southern California, it's time to plant drought-tolerant perennials (like lavender). In the Northwest, consider something as exotic as kiwi.

And, as the weather warms up in all of the Sunset Climate Zones, don't forget to start your tomatoes and summer vegetables. Here's what to do where you live:

Northern California

Southern California

Northwest

Southwest

Rocky Mountain States

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