Fruit Trees and Plants for Florida
Hardiness Zones: 8-11
| Florida’s warm climate provides an exceptionally long growing season, but winter chill hours are limited across much of the state. Florida spans USDA Hardiness Zones 8a–11b, with most areas in Zones 9 and 10, where mild winters favor warm-climate fruiting plants. Because some cold-climate fruit trees rely on winter chill hours to produce fruit, crops like apples, pears, peaches, plums, and cherries are generally best suited to far North and Northwest Florida. Throughout Central and South Florida, gardeners see the greatest success with low-chill or warm-climate fruit trees and plants that thrive in heat, humidity, and long growing seasons. The selections on this page focus on plants that perform well in Florida’s conditions, helping gardeners grow with confidence across the state. |
Top Trees and Plants for North & Northwest Florida (Zone 8)
Cooler winter temperatures in North and Northwest Florida (Zone 8) allow for a broader range of the temperate fruit trees we offer, compared to most of the state.
Top Trees and Plants for for Central & South Florida (Zones 9–11)
Focused on low-chill and warm-climate fruit trees from our selection.
Why Florida is Great for Fruit Gardening
- Long growing seasons allow for extended or multiple harvests
- Warm winters support many low-chill and warm-climate fruiting plants
- Mild conditions make Florida ideal for container, patio, and small-space growing
Why Florida Gardeners Trust Stark Bro’s
Floridian-Proven Varieties
We highlight fruit trees and plants that are well-suited to Florida’s low chill hours, heat, and periodic drought, and that have a strong track record with Florida customers.
200+ Years of Growing Expertise
Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has focused on fruit trees and edibles. Our recommendations combine generations of growing experience with modern horticultural research, so you can plant with confidence.
Great for Small & Urban Spaces
Many of our varieties are ideal for small backyards, side yards, and patio containers commonly found in Florida, from dwarf and semi-dwarf trees to compact berries and citrus.
1-Year Survival Guarantee
Florida can be demanding on young plants. That’s why every tree and plant on this page is backed by our 1-Year Survival Guarantee — if it doesn’t survive the first year, we’ll work with you on a replacement.
Essential Berry Plants Suited for Florida's Climate
Many berry plants adapt well to Florida’s climate and can produce reliably across much of the state.
Select Nut Trees Ideal for Florida Gardens
With proper placement and care, several nut trees perform well in Florida’s warm climate.
Premier Landscape Trees Perfect for Florida
Best Garden Plants for Florida's Environment
Choosing the Right Plants for Florida
Maximize your Florida garden's potential by selecting trees and plants attuned to your local climate. Whether you're coastal, in humid South Florida, or the cooler north, our diverse range of deciduous and tropical plants caters to every Florida gardener.
Utilize our Hardiness Finder Tool to pinpoint plants ideal for your Florida locale, easily identified by a compatibility checkmark.
Enhance your Florida landscape and food garden with our variety of fruiting plants, nut trees, and ornamentals. Our collection includes popular olives, figs, avocados, as well as unexpected heat-tolerant berries and stone fruits, all proven to prosper in Florida's unique zones.
Be sure to have the right tree accessories, fertilizers, and tools needed to care for your plants. Floridians may be particularly interested in our Tree Accessories that include tree stakes and irrigation solutions to help your plants thrive.
Grow Your Knowledge
For further advice on adding fruit and nut trees to your home garden and how to care for them, refer to one of our many helpful articles.
The Stark Difference
Whether you're looking to grow more of your own food, beautify your landscape, or find unique plants that are suitable for your area, we have got you covered!
You can expect top-quality plants, hand-selected by our expert growers. All our plants and growing supplies are carefully packaged and shipped directly to your door.
Survival Guaranteed!
Feel confident planting with the included step-by-step instructions and 1-year Survival Guarantee!
Read more about our warranty policy.