Charlotte County · USDA Zone 10a
Royal Palms in Punta Gorda, FL
The king of Florida palms. Tall, elegant, and iconic, Royal Palms line the streets of South Florida's most prestigious neighborhoods.
About Royal Palms
The king of Florida palms. Tall, elegant, and iconic, Royal Palms line the streets of South Florida's most prestigious neighborhoods.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and royal palms require a minimum of Zone 10a. Royal 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 Royal 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 royal palms across Punta Gorda, including these neighborhoods:
Royal 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Palm, 7 Gallon | $78 | $118 |
Popular Royal Palm Varieties for Punta Gorda
Royal Palm Delivery & Installation in Punta Gorda
We deliver and install royal 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: Royal Palms in Punta Gorda
Do royal palms grow well in Punta Gorda, FL?+
Yes. Punta Gorda is in USDA Zone 10a, and royal palms need a minimum of Zone 10a. The king of Florida palms. Tall, elegant, and iconic, Royal Palms line the streets of South Florida's most prestigious neighborhoods.
How much does it cost to install a royal palm in Punta Gorda?+
Our catalog prices for royal palms run $78 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $118 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 royal palm varieties for Punta Gorda?+
The most-planted varieties in Punta Gorda include Cuban Royal Palm, Florida Royal Palm. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver royal palms to Punta Gorda, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, royal 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 royal palms in Punta Gorda?+
In Punta Gorda, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Royal Palms can be planted year-round in Zone 10a with consistent watering during the first 90 days.