Hillsborough County · USDA Zone 9b
Firebush Plants in Apollo Beach, FL
A Florida native that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Bright red-orange tubular flowers bloom year-round with zero effort.
About Firebush Plants
A Florida native that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Bright red-orange tubular flowers bloom year-round with zero effort.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Apollo Beach
Apollo Beach is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b, and firebush plants require a minimum of Zone 9a. Firebush Plants grow well in Apollo Beach. Your zone comfortably supports this plant, though occasional cold snaps may require temporary protection for younger specimens.
Growing Firebush Plants in Apollo Beach
Apollo Beach is USDA Zone 9b, with the open water of Tampa Bay keeping the canal-front lots noticeably warmer on cold nights than Ruskin, Sun City Center and Wimauma to the south and east. Waterfront plantings need salt and wind tolerance, so Sabal, Sylvester and Canary Island Date palms and Bougainvillea are the go-to choices there. Inland, frost is a fact of life a few nights each winter, and cold-hardy hedges and shade trees outperform tender tropicals.
We plant firebush plants across Apollo Beach — including these neighborhoods:
Firebush Prices — Delivered to Apollo Beach
Straight from our current catalog (served by our Tampa Bay team). Delivered pricing includes transport to Apollo Beach; professional installation is quoted separately.
| Size | Delivered | Delivered |
|---|---|---|
| Firebush — 3 Gallon | $11 | $25 |
| Firebush — 7 Gallon | $35 | $50 |
Popular Firebush Varieties for Apollo Beach
Firebush Delivery & Installation in Apollo Beach
We deliver and install firebush plants throughout Apollo Beach and Hillsborough County. We deliver and install in Apollo Beach, Ruskin, Sun City Center and Wimauma, including ZIP codes 33572, 33570, 33573 and 33598. Call (239) 799-5594 or text (239) 763-0625 to schedule.
Frequently Asked: Firebush Plants in Apollo Beach
Do firebush plants grow well in Apollo Beach, FL?+
Yes. Apollo Beach is in USDA Zone 9b, and firebush plants need a minimum of Zone 9a. A Florida native that attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Bright red-orange tubular flowers bloom year-round with zero effort.
How much does it cost to install a firebush in Apollo Beach?+
Installed prices for firebush plants in Apollo Beach typically run $10 - $35. We deliver, plant, and provide initial care instructions for every order. Call (239) 799-5594 for an exact quote.
What are the best firebush varieties for Apollo Beach?+
The most-planted varieties in Apollo Beach include Hamelia patens, Dwarf Firebush. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver firebush plants to Apollo Beach, FL?+
Yes — we deliver and professionally install firebush plants throughout Apollo Beach and Hillsborough County. Most orders arrive within 3-5 business days.
When is the best time to plant firebush plants in Apollo Beach?+
In Apollo Beach, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Firebush Plants can be planted year-round in Zone 9b with consistent watering during the first 90 days.