Can I plant flower seeds in mulch with fabric underneath?

The landscaper raked out the fresh topsoil, put down a fabric weed barrier, and covered it in 2 - 3 inches of mulch. I'd like to have a small area of hummingbird/butterfly mix to add color. Can I put the seed on top? or do I need to move the mulch and cut out a section of the fabric barrier?
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