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Most blossoms go over quickly when temperatures soar.
In the right climates and conditions, many perennials will be able to flower all season, as advertised. But, for most perennials and woody plants, flowers are ephemeral, and that's as it should be, too. The show reaches a crescendo and then fades away until next season. Plant foliage creates the form and texture of the garden. True, many plants also have stems and branches that contribute mightily to form and texture, but during the growing season, foliage is King.