Plant delivery in Fountain Hills
Yes, we deliver to Fountain Hills. Delivery is free on orders over $99. Under that it is $19, and there is no minimum. Orders usually arrive in 5 to 7 business days, and we reach out about your delivery day.
Box trees, 30 inch box and larger: large specimen curbside delivery here is one flat fee by ZIP, and it replaces the regular delivery fee. Large specimens are curbside delivery only. Plan on having your landscaper or installer move it into place. All delivery details
Fountain Hills sits about 1,500 feet up at the fountain, around 500 feet above Phoenix, and climbs higher in the hills. Its own weather station gets more rain than central Phoenix.
Fountain Hills weather at a glance
| Fountain Hills | Central Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|
| Elevation | About 1,500 to 1,600 feet | About 1,100 feet |
| Coldest nights most winters | About 25 to 30°F | About 25 to 35°F |
| Rain in a year | About 10 to 11 inches | About 7 to 8 inches |
Averages from nearby weather stations. Low spots and washes run colder.
When to plant in Fountain Hills
In Fountain Hills, trees and shrubs settle in best when planted in October or November.
The winter months into April suit hardy plants. Frost-tender plants should wait for warm spring nights.
New trees and shrubs have the hardest time from June through August. Cactus and agave go in best in April and May, palms from May to July.
Watering in Fountain Hills
Fountain Hills follows the Valley watering guide. Freezes come only on a few nights most winters. On those nights, water the day before, keep cactus dry and cover tender plants with frost cloth.
Grass removal rebate
EPCOR supplies water in Fountain Hills. Its grass removal credit has ended, and its conservation page now offers only free water conservation kits. Rebates come from whoever sends your water bill, so check yours first.
HOA plant lists
Fountain Hills communities we have checked: FireRock Ridge.
HOA-friendly plants and every community list we have checked
Plants that handle Fountain Hills winters
Each of these is rated to 20°F or colder, at least 5 degrees below the coldest nights most Fountain Hills winters bring. All are in stock now.
Fountain Hills questions
Is there a grass rebate in Fountain Hills?
Not right now. EPCOR's grass removal credit has ended, and it now offers only free conservation kits.
How high is Fountain Hills?
About 1,520 feet at the fountain and around 3,000 feet in the highest hills, about 500 feet above Phoenix.
Does Fountain Hills freeze?
In most winters, but only on a few nights. Cover frost-tender plants when a freeze is forecast.
Last checked October 6, 2026.