Lee County · USDA Zone 10a
Areca Palms in Cape Coral, FL
The most popular privacy palm in Florida. Dense, feathery fronds create a natural screen that blocks views without blocking light.
About Areca Palms
The most popular privacy palm in Florida. Dense, feathery fronds create a natural screen that blocks views without blocking light.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Cape Coral
Cape Coral is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and areca palms require a minimum of Zone 9b. Areca Palms grow well in Cape Coral. Your zone comfortably supports this plant, though occasional cold snaps may require temporary protection for younger specimens.
Growing Areca Palms in Cape Coral
Cape Coral sits in USDA Zone 10 with hot, humid summers and mild, dry winters. The sandy soil drains well but requires regular fertilization. Salt air from the canals and Gulf makes salt-tolerant species especially important.
We plant areca palms across Cape Coral, including these neighborhoods:
Areca Palm Prices Delivered to Cape Coral
Straight from our current catalog (our home base). Delivered is the plant dropped at your property, delivery fee by zone plus sales tax. Delivered and planted is our crew planting it, no sales tax. Delivery is included in the planted price in Cape Coral, North Fort Myers and Pine Island. Planted orders carry a trip charge elsewhere: $100 in Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres and the beaches, $200 in Estero and Bonita Springs, $350 in Naples, Marco Island and Charlotte County, quoted by county from Sarasota to Tampa Bay.
| Size | Delivered | Delivered & planted |
|---|---|---|
| Areca Palm, 3 Gallon | $26 | $46 |
| Areca Palm, 7 Gallon | $47 | $87 |
| Areca Palm, 15 Gallon | $85 | $160 |
| Areca Palm, 25 Gallon | $180 | $330 |
Areca Palm Delivery & Installation in Cape Coral
We deliver and install areca palms throughout Cape Coral and Lee County. We deliver to every zip code in Cape Coral, 33904, 33909, 33990, 33991, 33993. Same-week delivery available.
Frequently Asked: Areca Palms in Cape Coral
Do areca palms grow well in Cape Coral, FL?+
Yes. Cape Coral is in USDA Zone 10a, and areca palms need a minimum of Zone 9b. The most popular privacy palm in Florida. Dense, feathery fronds create a natural screen that blocks views without blocking light.
How much does it cost to install a areca palm in Cape Coral?+
Our catalog prices for areca palms run $26 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $330 delivered and planted for the largest, plus the trip charge outside Cape Coral. Send your list and ZIP for a written price by text, or call (239) 799-5594.
What are the best areca palm varieties for Cape Coral?+
The most-planted varieties in Cape Coral include Butterfly Palm, Golden Cane Palm. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver areca palms to Cape Coral, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, areca palms throughout Cape Coral and Lee County. Stock plants usually go out in 2 to 3 business days, field-grown palms in 7 to 10 days. $500 minimum per order.
When is the best time to plant areca palms in Cape Coral?+
In Cape Coral, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Areca Palms can be planted year-round in Zone 10a with consistent watering during the first 90 days.
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