Plant species
Nerium oleander
3 varieties available
The Mini Red Oleander is an evergreen shrub with dense lance-shaped leaves and vibrant red flowers. Widely cultivated in Mediterranean climates for hedging and ornamental use.
Drought tolerant
Salt tolerant
Evergreen
Attributes
Type
Shrub, evergreen
Spread
1.0 – 1.5 m
Soil
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Min. temperature
-5 °C
Data: Royal Horticultural Society, Missouri Botanical Garden
Care guide
Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Water
Low
Height
2–4 m
Hardiness
High
Flowering
Spring–Autumn
Foliage
Evergreen
Safety
TOXIC if eaten, smoke from burning is harmful. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling TOXIC to pets if eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
Varieties
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Sources
Page information is based on the following sources:
- Profile Wikipedia (EN) — Nerium oleander
- Facts Royal Horticultural Society, Missouri Botanical Garden