Oleander - How to Care for This Beautiful But Toxic Plant

How to Plant

Put snowdrop bulbs in soil that has been completely loosened beforehand, 3 inches deep. The bulb's thin end needs to be facing up. Before planting, include a bulb fertiliser to give the snowdrops the best possible start. Depending on where you reside, you can plant from early to late fall.

Light

Oleanders thrive in direct sunlight and can withstand heat that is reflected from a south or west wall. Although they may have a lanky, open appearance, they can tolerate some shade.

Soil

For optimal results, plant in a soil that drains well. Oleander bushes may grow in a variety of soil types, including sandy, poor, and ones with varying pH levels. Oleanders prefer alkaline soil, like many native Mediterranean plants,

Water

Oleander can endure a shortage of water once it has established itself. With enough irrigation, they can swiftly recover if they start to lose their leaves. Every three days or so, thoroughly water. .

Fertilizer

Oleanders grown in containers require fertilisation more regularly since the nutrients drain out of the pots. Every four to six weeks, apply 3 to 4 teaspoons (45-60 ml) of a granular 10-10-10 fertiliser. During the first spring of the plant, fertilise poor soil with a little amount of a balanced fertiliser.

Temperature and Humidity

Temperatures as low as Twenty degrees Fahrenheit and light frost are acceptable to oleander. If the climate allows for lower temperatures, grow the plant in a container, move it inside for the winter, and place it far from humans or animals.

Overwintering

Make a good two-thirds cut to the bush before the winter weather arrives. If the plant is already rooted in the ground, carefully dig around the roots to remove it. Use quality potting soil to pot the plant. Oleander in pots can be maintained by bringing the pots inside.

Pest and Diseases

Oleander leaves contain latex, and plant extracts can be used to create an effective pesticide. Because of this, plants are resistant to deer and rarely experience serious problems from diseases or pests. They have a high verticillium wilt resistance.