Botanical Name: Calibrachoa × hybrida ‘Cha-Cha™ Tangerine’

Common Name: Calibrachoa, Million Bells

Hardiness Zone: Annual in Most Climates

Size: 6–10" Tall × 12–18" Spread

Growth Habit: Trailing, Mounding, Well-Branched Habit

Sunlight: Thrives in Full Sun

Soil: Prefers Well-Drained, Fertile Soil

Water Needs: Moderate; Allow Slight Drying Between Waterings

Bloom Season: Spring through Frost

Fertilizer: Regular Feeding with a Balanced or Slightly Acidic Fertilizer

Features: Bright Tangerine-Orange Blooms, Heavy Flower Coverage, Excellent Heat Tolerance, Self-Cleaning

Uses: Ideal for Hanging Baskets, Containers, Window Boxes, and Warm, High-Energy Color Displays

Patent: ✔ Patented

Propagation: ❌ Propagation Prohibited Without License

More About Calibrachoa ‘Cha-Cha™ Tangerine’

Calibrachoa ‘Cha-Cha™ Tangerine’ delivers vivid citrus-orange blooms that instantly energize containers and hanging baskets. The bright tangerine color remains bold and saturated even under intense sun, making it a standout choice for summer displays.

As part of the Cha-Cha™ series, this variety was bred for excellent branching, balanced trailing growth, and dependable season-long flowering. Unlike some orange calibrachoa that can fade or thin out in heat, ‘Cha-Cha™ Tangerine’ maintains dense bloom coverage from early spring through frost.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our trials, ‘Cha-Cha™ Tangerine’ has been an excellent performer in full-sun containers and baskets. It establishes quickly, trails evenly, and continues flowering heavily with regular feeding, even during peak summer temperatures.

We especially like its design versatility. The warm orange tones pair beautifully with blues, purples, whites, and chartreuse foliage, creating high-contrast combinations that pop. Flowers are self-cleaning, keeping maintenance minimal throughout the season.

Calibrachoa ‘Cha-Cha™ Tangerine’ vs. Other Calibrachoa

Compared to softer orange or apricot calibrachoa varieties, ‘Cha-Cha™ Tangerine’ offers a brighter, more energetic color presence. It’s ideal when you want bold summer color rather than subtle warmth.

When compared to petunias, calibrachoa provides smaller blooms but far heavier flower density and superior heat and rain tolerance. For gardeners looking for a reliable, citrus-toned trailing bloomer with nonstop performance, Calibrachoa ‘Cha-Cha™ Tangerine’ is an excellent choice.