Nerium Oleander
The Nerium Oleander is popularly abbreviated to Oleander. This name is a contraction of Olea or Olive and Andreios or; masculine, powerful. The ornamental plant belongs to the periwinkle family. The Nerium Oleander is popularly abbreviated to Oleander. This name...
Beautiful Nerium Oleanders for every garden
The Nerium Oleander is a Mediterranean ornamental plant known for its exuberant flowering and elegant looks. This outdoor plant belongs to the periwinkle family and stands out for its narrow, leathery leaves and colourful flowers in shades such as pink, red and white.
It flowers from late spring well into summer, which makes the Oleander a real eye-catcher on the terrace, the balcony or in the garden.
Why choose an Oleander?
The Nerium Oleander is a popular choice for outdoor spaces thanks to its versatility and Mediterranean charm. The main benefits are:
- Rich, colourful flowering in summer
- Ideal for sunny terraces and balconies
- Gives your garden an instant Mediterranean feel
- Suitable for pots as well as open ground
- Relatively low-maintenance in the right position
Caring for the Nerium Oleander
The Nerium Oleander is a strong plant that thrives with the right basic care. What matters is a sunny position, regular watering and protection against severe frost.
Watering: water the Oleander regularly in summer, but make sure the soil isn't too wet in winter. Keep the soil slightly moist at all times.
Light: put the Oleander in a sunny spot in the garden. It needs that light to stay looking good and to produce flowers.
Plant food: feed the Nerium once a month from March to September with outdoor plant food or a special oleander feed. From September to March you don't feed it at all, as the plant is resting then.
Repotting: repot the Oleander when the roots fill the pot or when the plant starts leaning to one side. That gives the roots more room and keeps the plant healthy.
For detailed care tips and specific instructions, have a look at our separate care page on the Nerium Oleander.
Is a Nerium Oleander hardy?
The Nerium Oleander isn't fully hardy. The plant can take a light frost, but damage can occur at temperatures below -5 °C. So in severe cold, move the Oleander to a bright, frost-free spot indoors to overwinter properly, or wrap it in a special plant cover or plastic sheeting.
Where do you put an Oleander?
An Oleander is happiest in a sunny, sheltered spot. The more sunlight the plant gets, the richer the flowering will be. Shelter from strong wind matters too, against a wall or fence for example.
Is the Nerium Oleander toxic?
The Nerium Oleander is toxic to people and animals. Every part of the plant contains toxic substances, so keep it out of reach of children and pets.
How big does an Oleander get?
An Oleander can grow into a good-sized shrub or a small tree, depending on which variety you have. In a pot the plant usually stays between 1 and 2 metres tall, while in open ground it can get bigger still.
Can an Oleander go in open ground?
An Oleander can be planted in open ground, as long as the climate is mild enough. In our climate a decorative pot is the more common choice, so the plant can easily be moved indoors in winter.
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