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.
