I have Perovskias in several places in my yard which is heavy clay and get little to no supplemental water. They droop some in the worst of the summer heat and drought, but come back just fine with some rain. I have Coral and Red Drift Roses in close proximity and they do fine, as well. Have Lilies, Sedums, Golden Oregano, Dianthus, Standard Dwarf Bearded Iris, Lantana, and Gerberas interplanted with the Daylilies.
Is the garden full sun or does it get any shade?