Sarasota County · USDA Zone 10a
Podocarpus Hedges in Sarasota, FL
A versatile, cold-hardy hedge that works throughout Florida. Fine-textured foliage shapes beautifully and grows in sun or shade.
About Podocarpus Hedges
A versatile, cold-hardy hedge that works throughout Florida. Fine-textured foliage shapes beautifully and grows in sun or shade.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Sarasota
Sarasota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and podocarpus hedges require a minimum of Zone 8b. Podocarpus Hedges are an excellent choice for Sarasota, your zone is well above the minimum requirement, so these plants will thrive here year-round with minimal cold protection.
Growing Podocarpus Hedges in Sarasota
Sarasota is USDA Zone 10a along the coast, with Sarasota Bay and the Gulf moderating winter lows on the keys and near downtown. Neighborhoods farther inland can see a light frost in a cold winter, so cold-hardy palms like Queen, Sylvester and Canary Island Date are the safe choice there. On Siesta Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key, salt spray and wind decide what thrives.
We plant podocarpus hedges across Sarasota, including these neighborhoods:
Podocarpus Prices Delivered to Sarasota
Straight from our current catalog (served by our Sarasota and Bradenton 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Podocarpus, 3 Gallon | $12 | $25 |
| Podocarpus, 7 Gallon | $35 | $50 |
| Podocarpus, 15 Gallon | $85 | $110 |
Popular Podocarpus Varieties for Sarasota
Podocarpus Delivery & Installation in Sarasota
We deliver and install podocarpus hedges throughout Sarasota and Sarasota County. We deliver and install throughout Sarasota, including ZIP codes 34231, 34232, 34233, 34234, 34236, 34237, 34238, 34239 and 34242, plus Longboat Key 34228. Call (239) 799-5594 to schedule.
Frequently Asked: Podocarpus Hedges in Sarasota
Do podocarpus hedges grow well in Sarasota, FL?+
Yes. Sarasota is in USDA Zone 10a, and podocarpus hedges need a minimum of Zone 8b. A versatile, cold-hardy hedge that works throughout Florida. Fine-textured foliage shapes beautifully and grows in sun or shade.
How much does it cost to install a podocarpus in Sarasota?+
Our catalog prices for podocarpus hedges run $12 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $110 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 podocarpus varieties for Sarasota?+
The most-planted varieties in Sarasota include Podocarpus macrophyllus, Weeping Podocarpus. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver podocarpus hedges to Sarasota, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, podocarpus hedges throughout Sarasota and Sarasota 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 podocarpus hedges in Sarasota?+
In Sarasota, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Podocarpus Hedges can be planted year-round in Zone 10a with consistent watering during the first 90 days.