Tall Bearded Iris 'Tiger Honey': Sweet Stripes in the Garden

Combining wild pattern with sweet appeal, 'Tiger Honey' is a tall bearded iris cultivar that lives up to its evocative name. Hybridized by Kasperek and registered in 1993, this variety brings exotic flair to the perennial border.

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'Tiger Honey' grows to a typical height of 30-36 inches, forming attractive clumps of blue-green foliage. The blooms feature striking striped or veined patterns on the falls—reminiscent of tiger stripes—in warm honey tones that glow in sunlight. This mid-season bloomer adds a touch of the exotic to traditional iris plantings.

Cultivation requirements are standard for tall bearded irises: full sun, well-drained soil, and rhizomes planted at surface level. Avoid mulching over the rhizomes to prevent rot. Fertilize lightly in early spring with a low-nitrogen formula. Division in late summer every few years rejuvenates plants. 'Tiger Honey' rewards attentive culture with a sweet display of patterned blooms.