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Oleander

Nerium Oleander

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Overview

Nerium oleander, commonly known as Oleander, is an evergreen shrub averaging 8-12 ft in height with a spread of 10 ft. It showcases lance-shaped leaves and clusters of fragrant flowers in shades of pink, red, or white. Although hardy in USDA zones 8-10, it is toxic if ingested. Requires well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Ideal for hedges or ornamental screens.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 8–11Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — They prefer full sun to partial shade settings and require moderate watering; although hardy in USDA zones 8-10, it is, image 58

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Apocynaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — Additionally, minimal contact is advised as the sap can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals, image 102
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — Additionally, minimal contact is advised as the sap can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals, image 81
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — It showcases lance-shaped leaves and clusters of fragrant flowers in shades of pink, red, or white; additionally, image 87
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — It showcases lance-shaped leaves and clusters of fragrant flowers in shades of pink, red, or white
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — Additionally, minimal contact is advised as the sap can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — Its trumpet-shaped blooms
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — Ideal for hedges or ornamental screens; additionally, minimal contact is advised as the sap can cause skin irritation, image 69
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — This versatile plant can flourish up to heights of 8 to 12 feet and spread out to an impressive 6 to 10 feet; although, image 52
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — it is essential to consider their sunlight and water needs
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — It showcases lance-shaped leaves and clusters of fragrant flowers in shades of pink, red, or white; additionally, minimal contact
Oleander (Nerium Oleander) — Its trumpet-shaped blooms; additionally, minimal contact is advised as the sap can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals
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Nerium Oleander
Nerium Oleander
Nerium Oleander
Nerium Oleander
Nerium Oleander
Nerium Oleander
Nerium Oleander
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Nerium Oleander
Nerium Oleander
Nerium Oleander
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