I wish you cold see my yard. I have non-stop flowers from March crocus to the early winter mums. My yard is my gym. I have 99% perennials which I share with the neighors as they spread so fast. Azeleas are in full bloom now. Tulips are just finishing, many shades of huge irises will open probably later today. I have rhodadendrums that bloom at different times. I even have bulbs & perennials in the pots on my front porch & patio. I spend less than $20.00/yr. for annuals to pot & stick in areas for accent. Watering is the key. If no rain in 2-3 days, they need water.
I have a neighbor that I tried to help, but she thinks just because a plant is outside, you don't have to water.