Lee County · USDA Zone 10a
Pygmy Date Palms in Cape Coral, FL
The perfect small palm for patios, pool areas, and front yard accents. Compact, elegant, and extremely low-maintenance.
About Pygmy Date Palms
The perfect small palm for patios, pool areas, and front yard accents. Compact, elegant, and extremely low-maintenance.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Cape Coral
Cape Coral is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and pygmy date palms require a minimum of Zone 9b. Pygmy Date Palms grow well in Cape Coral. Your zone comfortably supports this plant, though occasional cold snaps may require temporary protection for younger specimens.
Growing Pygmy Date 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 pygmy date palms across Cape Coral, including these neighborhoods:
Pygmy Date 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Pygmy Date Palm, 15 Gallon | $85 | $160 |
Popular Pygmy Date Palm Varieties for Cape Coral
Pygmy Date Palm Delivery & Installation in Cape Coral
We deliver and install pygmy date 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: Pygmy Date Palms in Cape Coral
Do pygmy date palms grow well in Cape Coral, FL?+
Yes. Cape Coral is in USDA Zone 10a, and pygmy date palms need a minimum of Zone 9b. The perfect small palm for patios, pool areas, and front yard accents. Compact, elegant, and extremely low-maintenance.
How much does it cost to install a pygmy date palm in Cape Coral?+
Our catalog prices for pygmy date palms run $85 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $160 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 pygmy date palm varieties for Cape Coral?+
The most-planted varieties in Cape Coral include Phoenix roebelenii, Multi-trunk specimens. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver pygmy date palms to Cape Coral, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, pygmy date 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 pygmy date palms in Cape Coral?+
In Cape Coral, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Pygmy Date Palms can be planted year-round in Zone 10a with consistent watering during the first 90 days.
Why Buy Pygmy Date Palms from Florida Palm and Plant Co.
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