Nerium oleander |
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Oleander |
Description
Oleander is a dense, upright evergreen shrub that grows quickly to 6' x 4'. Leaves are dark green, leathery, and glossy. Accepts reflected sun. Flowers appear spring to fall. Excellent screen. Good summer color. Native to the Mediterranean.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink, Red, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Poisonous
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Shrub Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Walls / Fences, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.