Lee County · USDA Zone 10a
Windmill Palms in Fort Myers, FL
The most cold-hardy palm tree available. Windmill Palms survive freezing temperatures and look great from Pensacola to Miami.
About Windmill Palms
The most cold-hardy palm tree available. Windmill Palms survive freezing temperatures and look great from Pensacola to Miami.
USDA Zone Compatibility in Fort Myers
Fort Myers is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, and windmill palms require a minimum of Zone 7b. Windmill Palms are an excellent choice for Fort Myers, your zone is well above the minimum requirement, so these plants will thrive here year-round with minimal cold protection.
Growing Windmill Palms in Fort Myers
Fort Myers shares Cape Coral's Zone 10 climate but with slightly less salt exposure away from the coast. The broader range of microclimates in Fort Myers allows for a wider variety of tropical plants.
We plant windmill palms across Fort Myers, including these neighborhoods:
Popular Windmill Palm Varieties for Fort Myers
Windmill Palm Delivery & Installation in Fort Myers
We deliver and install windmill palms throughout Fort Myers and Lee County. We serve all Fort Myers zip codes including 33901, 33907, 33908, 33912, 33919. Call (239) 799-5594 for delivery scheduling.
Frequently Asked: Windmill Palms in Fort Myers
Do windmill palms grow well in Fort Myers, FL?+
Yes. Fort Myers is in USDA Zone 10a, and windmill palms need a minimum of Zone 7b. The most cold-hardy palm tree available. Windmill Palms survive freezing temperatures and look great from Pensacola to Miami.
What are the best windmill palm varieties for Fort Myers?+
The most-planted varieties in Fort Myers include Trachycarpus fortunei, Chinese Windmill Palm. We help you pick the right one based on your yard size, sun exposure, and design goals.
Do you deliver windmill palms to Fort Myers, FL?+
Yes. We deliver, or deliver and plant, windmill palms throughout Fort Myers 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 windmill palms in Fort Myers?+
In Fort Myers, the ideal planting window is October through April when temperatures are mild and root establishment is fastest. Windmill Palms can be planted year-round in Zone 10a with consistent watering during the first 90 days.
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