Lee County · USDA Zone 10a
Firebush Plants in Cape Coral, 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 Cape Coral
Cape Coral is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and firebush plants require a minimum of Zone 9a. Firebush Plants are an excellent choice for Cape Coral, your zone is well above the minimum requirement, so these plants will thrive here year-round with minimal cold protection.
Growing Firebush Plants in Cape Coral
Cape Coral sits in USDA Zone 10 with hot, humid summers and mild, dry winters. The sandy soil drains well but requires regular fertilization. Salt air from the canals and Gulf makes salt-tolerant species especially important.
We plant firebush plants across Cape Coral, including these neighborhoods:
Firebush Prices Delivered to Cape Coral
Straight from our current catalog (our home base). 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Firebush, 3 Gallon | $11 | $25 |
| Firebush, 7 Gallon | $35 | $50 |
Firebush Delivery & Installation in Cape Coral
We deliver and install firebush plants throughout Cape Coral and Lee County. We deliver to every zip code in Cape Coral, 33904, 33909, 33990, 33991, 33993. Same-week delivery available.
Frequently Asked: Firebush Plants in Cape Coral
Do firebush plants grow well in Cape Coral, FL?+
Yes. Cape Coral is in USDA Zone 10a, 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 Cape Coral?+
Our catalog prices for firebush plants run $11 delivered for the smallest size we stock up to $50 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 firebush varieties for Cape Coral?+
The most-planted varieties in Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, firebush plants throughout Cape Coral 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 firebush plants in Cape Coral?+
In Cape Coral, 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 10a with consistent watering during the first 90 days.
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