Oleander Pink

Nerium oleander

pink oleander

Also known as: Rosebay, Rose Laurel

Native to the dry stream beds and rocky slopes of the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and North Africa, Oleander has been grown in gardens for thousands of years. Its name comes from the Italian word for its olive-like leaves, and it's one of the toughest ornamental shrubs in the world — thriving in heat, drought, poor soil, and even salt spray. Its soft pink, five-petaled blooms appear in generous clusters from late spring through fall, filling the garden with color and light fragrance for months at a time.

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plant tips

water
Drought tolerant once established — water during the hottest and driest periods for best performance. Always water at the roots and avoid wetting the foliage.
light
Full sun lover — needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for the most abundant blooms. Too little light leads to fewer flowers.
zone
9a-11.
size
Grows 6–12 ft. tall and wide — fast growing and easy to maintain as a shrub or train into a small tree with regular pruning.

care

Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny spot — it adapts to almost any soil type including sandy and poor soils. Water regularly until established, then reduce to as needed. Prune in early spring to control size and shape, removing suckers at the base to keep the plant looking neat. Always wear gloves when handling and avoid burning any trimmings.

decor inspo

sunny patio accent
Place Oleander Pink in a large floor pot on your sunny patio for a bold, fragrant burst of soft pink blooms that lasts from spring through fall. Its lush, upright form make it a striking, focal point for any outdoor space.
privacy hedge in bloom
Plant Oleander Pink in a row along your property line or fence for a fast-growing, flowering privacy screen that blooms generously from spring through fall.