Hillsborough County · USDA Zone 9b
Bird of Paradise Plants in Tampa, FL
Iconic orange and blue flowers that bloom year-round in Florida. Perfect for borders, accent plantings, and tropical garden beds.
About Bird of Paradise Plants
Iconic orange and blue flowers that bloom year-round in Florida. Perfect for borders, accent plantings, and tropical garden beds.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Tampa
Tampa is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b, and bird of paradise plants require a minimum of Zone 9b. Bird of Paradise Plants can grow in Tampa, 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 Bird of Paradise Plants in Tampa
Tampa is USDA Zone 9b, with a milder microclimate along Bayshore Boulevard, Davis Islands and the rest of the bayfront than in Carrollwood, New Tampa or the county to the north. A few frosty nights each winter are normal inland, so Queen, Sylvester, Canary Island Date and Pindo palms are the reliable choices, with Foxtail and other tender palms reserved for protected bayside spots. Salt spray only matters right on the bay; most Tampa lots can grow the full range of hardy hedges and flowering trees.
We plant bird of paradise plants across Tampa, including these neighborhoods:
Bird of Paradise Prices Delivered to Tampa
Straight from our current catalog (served by our Tampa Bay team). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| White Bird of Paradise, 15 Gallon | $98 | $173 |
| Orange Bird of Paradise, 7 Gallon | $54 | $94 |
| Orange Bird of Paradise, 15 Gallon | $150 | $225 |
| White Bird of Paradise, 7 Gallon | $54 | $94 |
Popular Bird of Paradise Varieties for Tampa
Bird of Paradise Delivery & Installation in Tampa
We deliver and install bird of paradise plants throughout Tampa and Hillsborough County. We deliver and install throughout Tampa, including ZIP codes 33602, 33604, 33606, 33609, 33611, 33618, 33624, 33626, 33629 and 33647. Call (239) 799-5594 to schedule.
Frequently Asked: Bird of Paradise Plants in Tampa
Do bird of paradise plants grow well in Tampa, FL?+
Yes. Tampa is in USDA Zone 9b, and bird of paradise plants need a minimum of Zone 9b. Iconic orange and blue flowers that bloom year-round in Florida. Perfect for borders, accent plantings, and tropical garden beds.
How much does it cost to install a bird of paradise in Tampa?+
Our catalog prices for bird of paradise plants run $54 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $228 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 bird of paradise varieties for Tampa?+
The most-planted varieties in Tampa include Orange Bird of Paradise, White Bird of Paradise, Giant Bird of Paradise. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver bird of paradise plants to Tampa, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, bird of paradise plants throughout Tampa and Hillsborough 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 bird of paradise plants in Tampa?+
In Tampa, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Bird of Paradise Plants can be planted year-round in Zone 9b with consistent watering during the first 90 days.
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