Charlotte County · USDA Zone 9b
Areca Palms in Port Charlotte, FL
The most popular privacy palm in Florida. Dense, feathery fronds create a natural screen that blocks views without blocking light.
About Areca Palms
The most popular privacy palm in Florida. Dense, feathery fronds create a natural screen that blocks views without blocking light.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Port Charlotte
Port Charlotte is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b, and areca palms require a minimum of Zone 9b. Areca Palms can grow in Port Charlotte, 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 Areca Palms in Port Charlotte
Port Charlotte sits in USDA Zone 9b-10a, making cold-tolerant tropical species the best choice. Queen Palm, Areca Palm, and Podocarpus are excellent performers in this zone.
We plant areca palms across Port Charlotte, including these neighborhoods:
Areca Palm Prices Delivered to Port Charlotte
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Areca Palm, 3 Gallon | $26 | $46 |
| Areca Palm, 7 Gallon | $47 | $87 |
| Areca Palm, 15 Gallon | $85 | $160 |
| Areca Palm, 25 Gallon | $180 | $330 |
Popular Areca Palm Varieties for Port Charlotte
Areca Palm Delivery & Installation in Port Charlotte
We deliver and install areca palms throughout Port Charlotte and Charlotte County. Order plants for delivery to Port Charlotte today!
Frequently Asked: Areca Palms in Port Charlotte
Do areca palms grow well in Port Charlotte, FL?+
Yes. Port Charlotte is in USDA Zone 9b, and areca palms need a minimum of Zone 9b. The most popular privacy palm in Florida. Dense, feathery fronds create a natural screen that blocks views without blocking light.
How much does it cost to install a areca palm in Port Charlotte?+
Our catalog prices for areca palms run $26 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $330 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 areca palm varieties for Port Charlotte?+
The most-planted varieties in Port Charlotte include Butterfly Palm, Golden Cane Palm. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver areca palms to Port Charlotte, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, areca palms throughout Port Charlotte 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 areca palms in Port Charlotte?+
In Port Charlotte, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Areca Palms can be planted year-round in Zone 9b with consistent watering during the first 90 days.
Why Buy Areca Palms from Florida Palm and Plant Co.
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