Orange Jubilee

Plant Type: shrub
Plant Height: 10-12 feet
Spread: 6-8 feet
Flower Color: orange-red
Sun Exposure: Full Sun

Orange Jubilee (Tecoma x 'Orange Jubilee') – A Vibrant and Hardy Choice for Arizona Landscapes

The Orange Jubilee, scientifically known as Tecoma x 'Orange Jubilee', is a show-stopping shrub that thrives in hot and arid climates, making it an ideal choice for Arizona landscapes. Known for its vivid orange, trumpet-shaped flowers and rapid growth, this shrub adds an eye-catching burst of color to any outdoor space.

Key Features of Orange Jubilee

1. Brilliant Orange Blooms
   The standout feature of Orange Jubilee is its profusion of bright orange, trumpet-shaped flowers. These large, vividly colored blossoms appear in clusters, providing a striking contrast against the lush green foliage. The flowers bloom from spring through fall and are highly attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies, making the Orange Jubilee a pollinator-friendly addition to your garden.

2. Robust Growth Habit
   This shrub can grow quickly, reaching heights of 6 to 12 feet with a similar spread. Its dense and bushy form makes it suitable for use as a privacy screen, hedge, or accent plant, adding both structure and color to the landscape.

3. Drought Tolerance
   Orange Jubilee is well-suited to Arizona's arid climate and, once established, it becomes drought-tolerant, making it ideal for water-wise landscaping. It thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil to prevent root rot. Its adaptability to challenging conditions makes it a valuable choice for xeriscaping and low-maintenance gardens.

Growing and Maintenance Tips

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to promote the most abundant blooming.
• Watering: Requires minimal watering once established; water deeply and infrequently.
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained soil, tolerant of both sandy and loamy soils.
• Pruning: Regular pruning helps maintain shape, encourages new growth, and can increase flowering. Deadheading spent blooms promotes continuous blooming throughout the season.

Landscape Uses

With its bright color and dense form, Orange Jubilee is versatile for various landscape uses:

• Hedges and Privacy Screens: Its bushy growth creates a natural screen, perfect for adding privacy and defining spaces.
• Accent Plantings: Adds bold color to mixed plantings, especially when paired with other desert plants like agave and desert sage.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators, contributing to the local ecosystem.

Benefits of Choosing Orange Jubilee

The Orange Jubilee offers a combination of beauty, resilience, and ecological benefits. Its drought tolerance, low maintenance requirements, and vibrant blooms make it a popular choice for Arizona landscapes. Gardeners appreciate its rapid growth and ability to thrive in full sun, creating a stunning display of color with minimal care.

Summary

Orange Jubilee is a striking and easy-care shrub that brings vibrant color and life to Arizona gardens. Its bright orange flowers, resilience, and fast growth make it an exceptional choice for those looking to add both beauty and practicality to their landscapes. Whether used as a privacy screen, in borders, or as a pollinator-friendly focal point, Orange Jubilee enhances desert gardens with its charm and adaptability.

Three Timbers Installation Guide (Feel Free to Follow): Orange Jubilee

Planting Guide:

• Location: Full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal growth and blooming)
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil (slightly acidic to neutral soil preferred)
• Spacing: Space plants 3-4 feet apart to allow for growth and to accommodate their spreading and upright form
• Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the root ball, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil surface
• Support: Orange Jubilee is a vigorous shrub that requires no staking and grows into a dense, upright form with colorful blooms

Watering Guide:

Watering After Planting:

• Initial Watering: Water thoroughly immediately after planting to saturate the root ball and surrounding soil
• Frequency: Water every 4-5 days for the first 2-3 weeks to help establish the root system
• Watering Amount: Provide 1.5-2 inches of water per session for deep watering

When is the Plant Established?

• Timeframe: Orange Jubilee is considered established after 3-4 months when the roots have spread into the surrounding soil

Watering Once Established:

• Summer: Water every 7-10 days during the hotter months. If temperatures exceed 100°F, increase watering to every 5-7 days. Provide 2-3 inches of water per session.
• Winter: Water every 3-4 weeks during the cooler months, depending on rainfall.

Drip Irrigation Setup:

• Placement of Emitters: Place the drip emitters 12-18 inches away from the base of the plant for even watering
• Flow Rate: Use emitters with a flow rate of 1-2 gallons per hour
• Number of Emitters: 1 emitter per plant for even watering distribution
• Adjusting Frequency: In summer, increase watering frequency to every 5-7 days. In winter, reduce to every 3-4 weeks