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Oleander Red

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Why it’s special?

Extremely drought and heat tolerant
Long flowering season in warm climates
Tolerates pollution and coastal salt
Fast-growing screen or hedge
Roots easily from cuttings
Highly toxic - handle with care

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🌎 Country of origin: India

Nerium oleander is a vigorous evergreen shrub famed for its profuse clusters of pink, red, white or salmon flowers borne through the warm months. Narrow, leathery, willow-like leaves clothe upright stems, forming a dense screen or large specimen. Exceptionally tough, it withstands heat, drought, pollution and coastal salt, making it a mainstay of Indian roadsides, dividers and gardens. It flowers freely in full sun with minimal care and tolerates poor soils. Note that every part is highly toxic if eaten, so site it away from children and grazing animals. For low-effort, long-season colour in harsh conditions, oleander is hard to beat.

Specifications

Family	Apocynaceae
Native region	Mediterranean to Southwest Asia
Mature height	2-4 m
Mature spread	2-3 m
Growth rate	Fast
Foliage	Narrow, leathery, evergreen
Flower colour	Pink, red, white, salmon
Flower season	Spring through autumn (warm months)
Climate zone	Tropical, subtropical, Mediterranean

Care guide

Sunlight	Full sun for best flowering
Watering	Drought-tolerant; water moderately, more when potted
Soil / mix	Tolerates most soils; prefers well-drained
Temperature	Heat-loving, 20-40°C; hardy and tough
Humidity	Adapts to low and high humidity
Fertilizer	Light balanced feed in growing season
Pruning	Prune after flowering; wear gloves due to toxicity
Repotting	Every 2-3 years for container plants
Propagation	Soft or semi-hardwood cuttings root easily
Pests & problems	Oleander scale, aphids, caterpillars
Toxicity / safety	Highly toxic in all parts if ingested
Difficulty	Easy

Uses

Excellent for hedges, screens, road dividers and large pots in hot, dry or coastal sites. Provides long-lasting colour where tougher plants struggle, though it must be kept away from children and pets.

Growing tips

In India, oleander thrives on neglect in full sun and poor soil, needing little water once established. Always wear gloves when pruning and wash hands, as the plant is highly poisonous.

Oleander (Nerium oleander) Care

Oleander Red is a tough, sun-loving evergreen shrub that thrives in bright, direct light for at least six hours a day. Water when the top inch of soil dries out, and feed with a balanced fertiliser through the growing season for steady flushes of bloom. It tolerates heat and drought well once established, making it well suited to most Indian climates. Note that all parts of the plant are toxic if eaten, so keep it away from children and pets.

Oleander Varieties & Types

Nerium oleander comes in a range of colours including red, pink, white, apricot and cream, with both single and double-flowered forms. This page offers the red-flowering Oleander, prized for its rich, showy clusters that appear from spring through the warmer months. You can choose your preferred plant size on this page to match a balcony pot, a patio container or a garden bed. Its dense, leathery foliage also makes it a popular choice for informal hedging and screening.

Where to place Oleander

Grow Oleander Red in the sunniest spot you have — a south or west-facing balcony, terrace, rooftop or open garden bed all work well. It copes with wind and coastal conditions, so it is a reliable pick for exposed sites where softer plants struggle. Grown in a larger pot it makes a striking standalone feature, while several planted in a row form a flowering privacy screen.

Why buy Oleander online in India

Buying Oleander online with GardenGo means your plant is sourced locally and dispatched fast — often within about two hours in serviced areas — so it arrives alive and healthy rather than stressed after days in transit. You can pick the size that suits your space right on this page and have it delivered ready to grow. And because GardenGo stocks pots, soil and tools alongside plants, you can order everything for your garden in a single delivery.

Frequently asked questions

How often should I water Oleander?

Established plants are very drought-tolerant and need little water. Potted oleanders need moderate, regular watering, especially in peak summer heat.

How much sun does Oleander need?

It flowers best in full sun. In shade it grows leggy and blooms poorly, so choose the brightest, hottest spot available.

Is Oleander safe for pets?

No. All parts are highly toxic to pets, livestock and people if eaten. Plant it where animals and children cannot access or chew it.

When should I repot Oleander?

Repot container plants every 2-3 years into a slightly larger pot with well-drained soil, ideally before the active growing season begins.

How do I propagate Oleander?

Soft or semi-hardwood cuttings root easily in water or moist sandy mix during warm weather. Always wear gloves when handling the cuttings.

Why is my Oleander not blooming?

Too little sun, heavy pruning, or excess nitrogen reduce flowering. Give full sun and a light, balanced feed during the growing season.

Can Oleander be grown in pots?

Yes, it grows well in large containers but needs more frequent watering and occasional feeding than plants grown in the ground.

Is Oleander really poisonous?

Yes, it is one of the most toxic ornamental plants. Even small amounts can be dangerous if eaten, and smoke from burning it is harmful.

How do I prune Oleander safely?

Prune after the main flush of flowering, always wearing gloves and long sleeves, and wash hands afterwards. Never burn the clippings.

What fertiliser does Oleander need?

It needs little feeding. A light application of balanced fertiliser once or twice in the growing season is enough for healthy blooms.

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