Where the Tropics Thrive

Plants for Zone 10

Create your own slice of paradise with tropical plants that flourish outdoors nearly all year.
The luxury of tropical living
Zone 10 opens the door to exotic blooms and lush foliage that elevate any outdoor space.
Plant once. Enjoy for seasons.
Many Zone 10 plants grow back stronger year after year with minimal protection.

Tropical Essentials

From container gardens to backyard landscaping, these tropical plants bring lasting impact. With long blooming seasons and minimal cold concerns, they’re ideal for turning your outdoor spaces into lush retreats.

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    Zone 10 is one of the warmest USDA planting zones, with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 30°F to 40°F. This subtropical-to-tropical climate is ideal for plants that thrive in heat, humidity, and year-round sunshine. With such favorable conditions, Zone 10 gardeners can grow an incredible variety of tropical foliage, flowering shrubs, and palm trees. 

    Flowering plants are especially popular in Zone 10, with hibiscus, plumbago, oleander, dipladenia, and mandevilla vines bringing vibrant color throughout the year. These shrubs and vines thrive in warm soil and respond well to full sun. For lush foliage, Zone 10 is home to tropical giants like alocasia, crotons, monstera, and bird of paradise. These bold plants add structure, texture, and an exotic feel to both landscapes and indoor spaces. Gardeners also enjoy palms such as majesty palm, Chinese fan palm, and roebellenii palm, which perform exceptionally well in the heat. 

    Because frosts are extremely rare in Zone 10, many plants here grow larger and bloom longer than they would in cooler climates. This makes Zone 10 a true paradise for gardeners who want bold landscapes, outdoor tropical gardens, or year-round patio plants. 

    Plants for Zone 10 FAQ

    Zone 10 includes regions where winter temperatures rarely drop below 30°F. It covers parts of Florida, southern California, and other subtropical to tropical regions. The climate makes it one of the most favorable zones for year-round gardening.

    Zone 10 is perfect for tropical plants such as hibiscus, crotons, alocasias, bird of paradise, and palms. Flowering vines like mandevilla and dipladenia also thrive here, along with ornamental grasses like fountain grass. These plants love heat and sun, making them low-maintenance in this climate.

    Frost is very rare in Zone 10, but if a cold snap is forecast, covering sensitive plants or moving containers indoors is recommended. Most tropicals here can stay outside year-round without issue.

    Yes, many Zone 10 plants also make excellent indoor plants when given bright light and humidity. Crotons, monstera, peace lilies, and palms are popular choices indoors. Gardeners often rotate them between indoor and outdoor settings.

    Zone 10’s consistent warmth allows tropical plants to flourish without the need for winter dormancy. This means longer blooming cycles, larger foliage, and stronger year-round growth compared to cooler zones.