Oleander
Nerium oleander
Oleander is a tough, fast-growing evergreen shrub prized for its profuse clusters of pink, red, or white flowers and exceptional heat and drought tolerance once established. Plant it in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil and water sparingly after the first season. All parts of this plant are highly toxic to humans and animals — handle with gloves and keep away from children and pets.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
60″ – 240″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
72″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Deeply But Infrequently; Allow Soil To Dry Out Significantly Between Waterings Once Established
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.8
Temperature
55° – 100°F
Mature Spread
up to 120″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Nov 6, 2021 by JM (cc-by-sa)
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