Dancy Tangerine Tree

Dancy is a historic mandarin selection known for red-orange, easy-to-peel fruit and a strong, dense tree. The [UC Riverside Citrus Variety Collection](https://citrusvariety.ucr.edu/crc3026) records its distinctive fruit and a winter harvest season; the [Murphy Citrus Nursery listing](https://murphycitrusnursery.com/products/dancy-tangerine) gives a 10–12 foot height; a separate exact [SiteOne listing](https://www.siteone.com/en/77615b-citrus-reticulata-dancy-tangerine/p/818950) lists a 10–15 foot spread. ## Fruit and placement Dancy fruit is typically harvested in winter, with timing varying by climate. Its upright, spreading canopy suits a home orchard or edible landscape where the tree can receive ample sun and have room for access. Outdoor listings place Dancy in USDA zones 9–11; a pot-grown tree can be moved into shelter where winters are colder. ## Site and growing conditions Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly as the tree establishes, then deeply during dry spells rather than keeping the root zone constantly wet. The [UF/IFAS home citrus guide](https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/publication/HS132) explains the need for good drainage, sunlight, and careful irrigation for citrus in home landscapes. ## Maintenance Dancy can produce heavily and may bear in alternate years, so keep the canopy accessible for picking and remove dead or damaged wood. Avoid routine shearing, which removes productive growth. Mulch broadly over the root area without piling it against the trunk, and monitor soil moisture during hot, dry weather.