Oleander (Nerium Oleander) is a perennial shrub in the Apocynaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Nerium oleander is a fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree with showy, fragrant flowers and leathery, dark green leaves.

Oleander

Oleander

Nerium Oleander

Nerium oleander is a fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree with showy, fragrant flowers and leathery, dark green leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:hedge, screen, specimen, accent

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Oleander

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Apocynaceae
Genus:Nerium