Sarasota County · USDA Zone 10a
Royal Palms in Sarasota, 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 Sarasota
Sarasota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and royal palms require a minimum of Zone 10a. Royal Palms can grow in Sarasota, 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 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 royal palms across Sarasota, including these neighborhoods:
Royal Palm 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Palm, 7 Gallon | $78 | $118 |
Popular Royal Palm Varieties for Sarasota
Royal Palm Delivery & Installation in Sarasota
We deliver and install royal palms 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: Royal Palms in Sarasota
Do royal palms grow well in Sarasota, FL?+
Yes. Sarasota 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 Sarasota?+
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 Sarasota?+
The most-planted varieties in Sarasota 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 Sarasota, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, royal palms 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 royal palms in Sarasota?+
In Sarasota, 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.