Royal Palm
Roystonea regia
Also known as: Cuban Royal Palm · Florida Royal Palm
The formal statement palm of Southwest Florida estate entrances.
Southwest Florida
Growing Royal Palm in SWFL
Royal Palms are the architectural statement of SWFL estate design. Their silver-grey trunk and clean silhouette define formal allées and estate entrances. Moderate-high salt tolerance makes them suitable for most coastal settings — though not direct beachfront. Never hurricane-cut: it kills the meristem.
Plant Specifications
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
|---|---|
| Water Needs | Moderate — tolerates brief drought once established |
| Salt Tolerance | Moderate-high |
| Cold Hardiness | Zone 10a — protect below 32°F |
| Mature Height | 60–80ft in SWFL |
| Mature Spread | 15–20ft canopy |
| Growth Rate | Moderate (2–3ft/year) |
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Live Inventory
Available Sizes
Frequently Asked Questions
In SWFL conditions with adequate water and fertilization, Royal Palms grow 2–3 feet per year. Full mature height of 60–80 feet is reached over 20–30 years. Estate buyers often install larger specimens (12–15ft clear trunk) to achieve an immediate impact.
Yes — Royal Palms have a flexible trunk that bends significantly in wind rather than snapping. They are considered one of the more hurricane-tolerant palms in SWFL. Never hurricane-cut (trimming all fronds before a storm) as this stresses the tree and can kill it.
Royal Palms have moderate-high salt tolerance and perform well within a mile of the Gulf. For direct beachfront or seawall locations (within 200 feet of open water), Sabal Palm or Coconut Palm are better choices.
Rock & Rose sources Royal Palms direct from Homestead, FL — Florida's wholesale nursery hub. We can supply field-grown specimens from 6ft clear trunk up to estate-scale installations. Contact us for availability and sizing.
From our growing guides
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