Lee County · USDA Zone 10a
Crotons in Cape Coral, FL
The most colorful foliage plant in Florida landscaping. Crotons bring year-round color without waiting for blooms.
About Crotons
The most colorful foliage plant in Florida landscaping. Crotons bring year-round color without waiting for blooms.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Cape Coral
Cape Coral is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and crotons require a minimum of Zone 10a. Crotons can grow in Cape Coral, but you're at the edge of their comfort zone. We recommend planting in a sheltered spot and providing frost protection during rare cold events.
Growing Crotons 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 crotons across Cape Coral, including these neighborhoods:
Croton 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Croton Banana, 3 Gallon | $13 | $25 |
| Croton Banana, 7 Gallon | $35 | $75 |
| Croton Gold Dust, 3 Gallon | $13 | $25 |
| Croton Gold Dust, 7 Gallon | $35 | $75 |
Popular Croton Varieties for Cape Coral
Croton Delivery & Installation in Cape Coral
We deliver and install crotons 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: Crotons in Cape Coral
Do crotons grow well in Cape Coral, FL?+
Yes. Cape Coral is in USDA Zone 10a, and crotons need a minimum of Zone 10a. The most colorful foliage plant in Florida landscaping. Crotons bring year-round color without waiting for blooms.
How much does it cost to install a croton in Cape Coral?+
Our catalog prices for crotons run $13 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $75 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 croton varieties for Cape Coral?+
The most-planted varieties in Cape Coral include Mammy Croton, Petra Croton, Gold Dust Croton. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver crotons to Cape Coral, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, crotons 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 crotons in Cape Coral?+
In Cape Coral, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Crotons can be planted year-round in Zone 10a with consistent watering during the first 90 days.
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