Bearded irises have 'beards' on each of the falls (lower petals) of the flowers. Iris 'Tanzanian Tangerine' is a plicata bearded iris, meaning petals have a stitched or stippled colouring on a white or pale yellow background. 'Tanzanian Tangerine' bears burnt orange standards and maroon-speckled orange falls with an orange beard, on strong, branched stems. It's perfect for growing in a mixed herbaceous border or gravel garden, and makes an excellent cut flower.
For best results grow Iris 'Tanzanian Tangerine' in well-drained soil in full sun, and mulch with well-rotted manure or garden compost annually.
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Iris ‘Tanzanian tangerine’ and wildlife
Iris ‘Tanzanian tangerine’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Iris ‘Tanzanian tangerine’ poisonous?
Iris ‘Tanzanian tangerine’ can be toxic.
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Is known to attract Cats
Cats
Is known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is known to attract People
People
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Plants that go well with Iris 'Tanzanian Tangerine'
