Lee County · USDA Zone 10b
Bougainvillea in Sanibel, FL
Explosions of color that bloom almost year-round in Florida. Available in hot pink, purple, red, orange, and white.
About Bougainvillea
Explosions of color that bloom almost year-round in Florida. Available in hot pink, purple, red, orange, and white.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Sanibel
Sanibel is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10b, and bougainvillea require a minimum of Zone 9b. Bougainvillea are an excellent choice for Sanibel, your zone is well above the minimum requirement, so these plants will thrive here year-round with minimal cold protection.
Growing Bougainvillea in Sanibel
Sanibel is USDA Zone 10b with high salt exposure and strict native plant requirements. The city's vegetation committee often requires native species, Sabal Palm, Gumbo Limbo, and Sea Grape are top choices.
We plant bougainvillea across Sanibel, including these neighborhoods:
Bougainvillea Prices Delivered to Sanibel
Straight from our current catalog (30-45 minutes from our nursery (plus causeway)). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bougainvillea Red & Purple, 3 Gallon | $18 | $38 |
| Bougainvillea White, 3 Gallon | $18 | $38 |
| Bougainvillea Trellis Pink, 7 Gallon | $145 | $185 |
| Bougainvillea Tree, 7 Gallon | $145 | $185 |
Popular Bougainvillea Varieties for Sanibel
Bougainvillea Delivery & Installation in Sanibel
We deliver and install bougainvillea throughout Sanibel and Lee County. Order plants for delivery to Sanibel today!
Frequently Asked: Bougainvillea in Sanibel
Do bougainvillea grow well in Sanibel, FL?+
Yes. Sanibel is in USDA Zone 10b, and bougainvillea need a minimum of Zone 9b. Explosions of color that bloom almost year-round in Florida. Available in hot pink, purple, red, orange, and white.
How much does it cost to install a bougainvillea in Sanibel?+
Our catalog prices for bougainvillea run $17 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $640 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 bougainvillea varieties for Sanibel?+
The most-planted varieties in Sanibel include Barbara Karst, Imperial Delight, Purple Queen. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver bougainvillea to Sanibel, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, bougainvillea throughout Sanibel 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 bougainvillea in Sanibel?+
In Sanibel, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Bougainvillea can be planted year-round in Zone 10b with consistent watering during the first 90 days.