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.
Colourful outdoor plant
The Nerium Oleander is a large plant and instantly adds a Mediterranean atmosphere to your garden! The Nerium Oleander is also popularly abbreviated to Oleander. This name is an amalgamation of Olea or olive and Andreios or male, powerful. This graceful outdoor plant belongs to the periwinkle family. In summer, the Nerium Oleander will grow beautiful flowers. Colours range from pink, purple red to white.
Like the Olive tree, the Nerium Oleander is a strong sunbather. Put it in a sunny spot in your garden and the Nerium Oleander will soon enjoy itself. The Nerium Oleander requires little maintenance and is therefore ideal for anyone planning to brighten up their garden without putting in a lot of effort.
Position of the Nerium Oleander
The Nerium Oleander is a real sunbather. The Nerium Oleander prefers the sunniest possible spot. This is where the plant will grow best. We advise you not to move the Nerium Oleander too often. The plant will have to get used to a new spot each time and this will disturb its development and growth. The Nerium Oleander is hardy to -5 degrees Celsius. When the temperature drops below this, we recommend bringing the plant indoors to prevent frost damage. Also put the plant indoors in as sunny a position as possible, preferably in front of a south-facing window.
Watering the Nerium Oleander
The Nerium Oleander needs water when the soil feels dry. The soil of the Nerium Oleander should always remain slightly moist. Therefore, feel the soil of the Nerium Oleander regularly. Is this not the case? Then give some extra water. It is also important to give the Nerium Oleander some extra water in the summer months. This is because the plant also uses more water then.
The Nerium Oleander in winter
In the winter months, the Nerium Oleander does not need much water. At temperatures below -5 degrees Celsius, we recommend bringing the Nerium Oleander indoors. So put the plant indoors in a place with a lot of direct sunlight.
Pruning of the Nerium Oleander
The Nerium Oleander can be pruned to keep its beautiful shape. Old leaves will turn brown and slowly die off by themselves. Pruning is best done in spring. This is when the Oleander recovers fastest. Prune the branches that grow inwards. This will ensure that all branches of the Nerium Oleander receive the same amount of sunlight and the plant will continue to grow nicely rounded.
Repotting the Nerium Oleander
When repotting your Nerium Oleander, choose a planter that is at least 20% larger than the root ball. This way, the Nerium Oleander can develop further and the roots have enough new space to grow further and stronger. Repotting the Nerium Oleander should preferably be done in spring. Then any damaged roots can recover well in the sunny period.
Toxic
This beautiful Nerium Oleander is unfortunately toxic. Take a look at our animal-friendly houseplants. All houseplants in this category are completely kids and pet-proof.