Heirloomsnhybrids Citrus Collection

Tangerines

Easy-Peel • Sweetly Tart • The Winter Delight

Tangerines (Citrus reticulata) are prized for their loose, easy-to-peel skins, intense aromatic sweetness, and vibrant flavor. As a smaller, more manageable member of the mandarin family, they are an excellent choice for both orchard planting in warmer climates and container gardening in cooler regions. Growing your own tangerines provides access to fruit far superior in freshness and complexity to standard market varieties.

Successful cultivation requires full sun, well-draining, slightly acidic soil, and consistent protection from freezing temperatures. Whether you have ample space for an established tree or utilize containers to move your tree indoors during the winter, our grafted nursery stock is selected for vigor, disease resistance, and reliable fruit quality, ensuring a rewarding harvest of this winter-season gem.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I grow them in containers?

Yes, tangerines are exceptionally well-suited for container gardening. Dwarf rootstocks allow them to thrive in pots, making it easy to provide them with the sun they need and to bring them indoors or to a protected area if temperatures drop near freezing.

How much sunlight do they need?

Tangerine trees require full sun—ideally 8 to 10 hours of direct sunlight daily—to produce the energy necessary for robust growth and sweet, flavorful fruit. In containers, ensure they are in a bright, southern-facing location.

How do I know when to harvest?

Tangerines are ready for harvest when they have developed a deep, uniform color (typically orange) and the skin feels slightly soft and "loose." The best way to be sure is to taste-test one; they do not ripen significantly after being picked.

Why are the leaves yellowing?

Yellowing leaves (chlorosis) in citrus often indicate nutrient deficiencies—commonly iron or nitrogen—or issues with soil drainage. Using a high-quality, citrus-specific fertilizer and ensuring the soil remains well-draining typically resolves these issues.

Why Our Tangerine Trees Are Special

Grafted Quality: Our trees are professionally grafted onto specialized rootstocks, promoting earlier fruiting, improved disease resistance, and manageable size.

Container-Ready: We offer varieties specifically chosen for their ability to thrive in containers, making them perfect for porches, patios, or indoor growing.

Disease Resistance: We prioritize sourcing cultivars that are hardy and resilient to common citrus pathogens, helping you maintain a healthy tree with fewer interventions.

Flavor-Focused Selection: Our tangerines are selected for superior sugar-to-acid balance and the signature "easy-peel" quality that makes home-grown citrus so enjoyable.