Charlotte County · USDA Zone 10a
Foxtail Palms in Punta Gorda, 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 Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and foxtail palms require a minimum of Zone 10a. Foxtail Palms can grow in Punta Gorda, 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 Foxtail Palms in Punta Gorda
Charlotte County sits in Zone 9B-10, making it slightly cooler than Cape Coral in winter. Cold-tolerant species like Queen Palm, Areca Palm, Podocarpus, and Viburnum are especially good choices here.
We plant foxtail palms across Punta Gorda, including these neighborhoods:
Foxtail Palm Prices Delivered to Punta Gorda
Straight from our current catalog (35-50 minutes from our nursery). 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 Punta Gorda
We deliver and install foxtail palms throughout Punta Gorda and Charlotte County. We serve Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, and Charlotte County. Call (239) 799-5594 to schedule delivery.
Frequently Asked: Foxtail Palms in Punta Gorda
Do foxtail palms grow well in Punta Gorda, FL?+
Yes. Punta Gorda is in USDA Zone 10a, 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 Punta Gorda?+
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 Punta Gorda?+
The most-planted varieties in Punta Gorda 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 Punta Gorda, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, foxtail palms throughout Punta Gorda and Charlotte 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 Punta Gorda?+
In Punta Gorda, 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 10a with consistent watering during the first 90 days.