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Anisacanthus quadrifidus 'Tangerine'

Also Known As

  • Tangerine Anisacanthus

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Anisacanthus quadrifidus 'Tangerine' plant details

Anisacanthus quadrifidus 'Tangerine' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Anisacanthus quadrifidus 'Tangerine'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anisacanthus quadrifidus 'Tangerine'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Anisacanthus quadrifidus 'Tangerine' plant

How to Grow Anisacanthus quadrifidus 'Tangerine'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Zones

7a-11

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 3'-6'

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  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

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Zones

8a-11

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 3'-6'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

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Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-5'

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