Tangerine Crossvine

Plant Type: vine
Plant Height: 20-50 feet
Spread: 
Flower Color: bright orange to tangerine
Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade

Tangerine Crossvine 'Tangerine Beauty' – The Perfect Climbing Vine for Phoenix Valley Landscapes

The Tangerine Crossvine (Bignonia capreolata 'Tangerine Beauty') is an exceptional choice for Phoenix Valley gardeners seeking a stunning, low-maintenance climber that provides vibrant blooms and year-round interest. Known for its trumpet-shaped, tangerine-orange flowers and lush green foliage that turns a striking reddish-purple in winter, this vine adds a touch of elegance and color to any landscape.

Key Features of Tangerine Crossvine 'Tangerine Beauty':

1. Vibrant Blooms: The large, tangerine-colored flowers appear abundantly in spring and continue sporadically through summer, attracting hummingbirds and pollinators to the garden.
2. Versatile Foliage: Its dark green leaves provide a beautiful backdrop to the flowers, transitioning to a reddish-purple hue in winter, ensuring visual interest throughout the year.
3. Impressive Growth: With tendrils that can cling to most surfaces, Tangerine Crossvine can reach heights of 30 to 50 feet, ideal for covering walls, fences, and trellises.

Growing and Care Tips for Phoenix Valley:

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade but will bloom best in sunnier spots.
• Soil: Prefers well-draining soil and adapts well to a range of soil types, making it well-suited to Phoenix’s varied conditions.
• Watering: Once established, it is drought-tolerant and only requires occasional watering, especially during hot, dry spells.
• Maintenance: Minimal care is needed beyond occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth.

Landscaping Uses:

Tangerine Crossvine 'Tangerine Beauty' is highly versatile and can be used to:

• Enhance vertical spaces on fences, walls, and trellises.
• Create natural privacy screens or cover unsightly structures.
• Attract hummingbirds and pollinators, making it a fantastic addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.

This resilient and visually captivating vine is an outstanding choice for Phoenix Valley gardens, adding bursts of color, privacy, and wildlife interest. Its adaptability, drought tolerance, and vibrant blooms make it a favorite for those looking to enhance their outdoor spaces with minimal effort.

Three Timbers Installation Guide (Feel Free to Follow): Tangerine Crossvine

Planting Guide:

• Location: Full sun to partial shade (at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight for optimal growth and vibrant blooms)
• Soil: Well-drained, loamy or sandy soil (slightly acidic to neutral soil preferred)
• Spacing: Space plants 4-6 feet apart for optimal growth and to allow for climbing
• 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: Tangerine Crossvine requires a trellis, fence, or similar structure for support as it climbs and produces bright orange 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 2-3 inches of water per session for deep watering

When is the Plant Established?

• Timeframe: Tangerine Crossvine is considered established after 2-3 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