Oleander

Nerium oleander

Summer never seems to end when oleanders are blooming.

Few shrubs have earned their place in the Southwest like Oleander. Through blazing summers and long stretches of sunshine, it continues producing wave after wave of colorful blooms while its evergreen foliage provides structure all year long. Whether planted as a flowering screen, a privacy hedge, or a bold accent, Oleander brings dependable beauty to the landscape. It is one of those plants that quietly proves toughness and elegance can live side by side.

In the Garden

•  Sun: Full Sun

•  Water: Low to Moderate

•  Mature Size: 8–12 ft tall × 6–10 ft wide

•  Cold Tolerance: About 15°F

•  Native To: Mediterranean region

•  Bloom Season: Late spring through fall

•  Pollinators: Bees and butterflies

•  Evergreen: Yes

A Note from the Hollow

Deep watering during its first season encourages a stronger root system. All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested, so choose its location thoughtfully around children and pets.

Ask a Pollinator…

 How often should I prune it?

 Which variety works best for a flowering hedge?

Waterwise • Thoughtfully Grown • Desert Adapted

Cold hardy in Southern Utah with proper drainage.