Oh, I don't ignore the succession of blooms.. There's lots going on here all year.. Spring *is* the big bang, but it starts in late February with the Magnolias and Narcissus. Right now, it's the Autumn extravaganza of fall color that's winding down.. and I still have Roses and some Australian shrubs in bloom. I try to plant for year 'round color/food source for hummingbirds. Just a small sampling of what's going on right now.
Lot's more... but I gotta go..