Pinellas County · USDA Zone 10a
Traveler's Palms in St. Petersburg, FL
Not actually a palm but one of Florida's most dramatic landscape plants. The fan-shaped leaves create a stunning tropical focal point.
About Traveler's Palms
Not actually a palm but one of Florida's most dramatic landscape plants. The fan-shaped leaves create a stunning tropical focal point.
USDA Zone Compatibility in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and traveler's palms require a minimum of Zone 10a. Traveler's Palms can grow in St. Petersburg, 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 Traveler's Palms in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg is USDA Zone 10a, surrounded by Tampa Bay and the Gulf, which is why the city can grow Foxtail Palms, Clusia and other tropicals that struggle a few miles inland. Hard freezes are rare, though a cold snap can nip tender plants in the interior neighborhoods away from the water. On the beaches and along the bay, salt spray and wind are the bigger challenge, and we plant material that handles both.
We plant traveler's palms across St. Petersburg — including these neighborhoods:
Popular Traveler's Palm Varieties for St. Petersburg
Traveler's Palm Delivery & Installation in St. Petersburg
We deliver and install traveler's palms throughout St. Petersburg and Pinellas County. We deliver and install throughout St. Petersburg, including ZIP codes 33701, 33702, 33703, 33704, 33705, 33707, 33710, 33712 and 33713, plus St. Pete Beach and Treasure Island 33706. Call (239) 799-5594 or text (239) 763-0625 to schedule.
Frequently Asked: Traveler's Palms in St. Petersburg
Do traveler's palms grow well in St. Petersburg, FL?+
Yes. St. Petersburg is in USDA Zone 10a, and traveler's palms need a minimum of Zone 10a. Not actually a palm but one of Florida's most dramatic landscape plants. The fan-shaped leaves create a stunning tropical focal point.
How much does it cost to install a traveler's palm in St. Petersburg?+
Installed prices for traveler's palms in St. Petersburg typically run $75 - $500. We deliver, plant, and provide initial care instructions for every order. Call (239) 799-5594 for an exact quote.
What are the best traveler's palm varieties for St. Petersburg?+
The most-planted varieties in St. Petersburg include Ravenala madagascariensis. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver traveler's palms to St. Petersburg, FL?+
Yes — we deliver and professionally install traveler's palms throughout St. Petersburg and Pinellas County. Most orders arrive within 3-5 business days.
When is the best time to plant traveler's palms in St. Petersburg?+
In St. Petersburg, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Traveler's Palms can be planted year-round in Zone 10a with consistent watering during the first 90 days.