Lee County · USDA Zone 10b
Foxtail Palms in Sanibel, FL
Dramatic, bushy fronds that look like fox tails. One of the fastest-growing and most visually impressive palms for Florida landscapes.
About Foxtail Palms
Dramatic, bushy fronds that look like fox tails. One of the fastest-growing and most visually impressive palms for Florida landscapes.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Sanibel
Sanibel is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10b, and foxtail palms require a minimum of Zone 10a. Foxtail Palms grow well in Sanibel. Your zone comfortably supports this plant, though occasional cold snaps may require temporary protection for younger specimens.
Growing Foxtail Palms in Sanibel
Sanibel is USDA Zone 10b with high salt exposure and strict native plant requirements. The city's vegetation committee often requires native species, Sabal Palm, Gumbo Limbo, and Sea Grape are top choices.
We plant foxtail palms across Sanibel, including these neighborhoods:
Foxtail Palm Prices Delivered to Sanibel
Straight from our current catalog (30-45 minutes from our nursery (plus causeway)). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Foxtail Palm, 7 Gallon | $85 | $125 |
Foxtail Palm Delivery & Installation in Sanibel
We deliver and install foxtail palms throughout Sanibel and Lee County. Order plants for delivery to Sanibel today!
Frequently Asked: Foxtail Palms in Sanibel
Do foxtail palms grow well in Sanibel, FL?+
Yes. Sanibel is in USDA Zone 10b, and foxtail palms need a minimum of Zone 10a. Dramatic, bushy fronds that look like fox tails. One of the fastest-growing and most visually impressive palms for Florida landscapes.
How much does it cost to install a foxtail palm in Sanibel?+
Our catalog prices for foxtail palms run $85 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $125 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 foxtail palm varieties for Sanibel?+
The most-planted varieties in Sanibel include Wodyetia bifurcata. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver foxtail palms to Sanibel, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, foxtail palms throughout Sanibel 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 foxtail palms in Sanibel?+
In Sanibel, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Foxtail Palms can be planted year-round in Zone 10b with consistent watering during the first 90 days.