I present to you......

.... and then disappeared. I thought they were dead. I looked for them but nothing appeared so I mourned them briefly and moved on.
This year, pop, there they are. Not all the ones I planted have reappeared but a few have. Enough to encourage me to buy some more. At least this time I will know not to give up hope in year 2, they clearly like a sulk.
So why are they irritating if they have flowered this year? Well where were they last year? That is why they are being tutted at but also gently encouraged as I am very pleased to see them.
What plants are currently irritating you with their behavior in your gardens? Do let me know.