Evergreen Shrub – Dwarf Oleander

Dwarf Oleander 

Botanical name: nerium oleander ‘petite pink’ 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 3 ft in height and in width 

Hardy zone: zones 8-11 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 1-3 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: pink, white 

Bloom time:  summer, fall

Pruning instructions: trim to maintain desired shape and size in the winter/early spring before new growth begins to emerge

Propagation methods: cut a stem just below a node and place in water until roots start to emerge

Landscape use: hedge, border, container plant, flower garden

Special features: salt tolerant 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow soil to partially dry between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: adaptable to all kinds of soil 

Companion plants: coneflower, yarrow, catmint, zinnia, jasmines

Toxicity level: EXTREMELY TOXIC FOR HUMANS AND PETS IF INGESTED. EVEN INGESTING SMALL AMOUNTS CAN BE DEADLY!

Invasive species: potentially invasive