Nerium oleander ‘White’
White Oleander
Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
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Overall Mature Size | Large |
Mature Height & Spread | 10-15' x 10-15' |
Exposure | Full sun |
Water | Medium, Low Water |
Flower Color | White |
Bloom Time | Spring, Summer |
Special Features | Attracts Bees, Coastal Conditions, Deer Resistant, Desert Conditions, Low Water Use |
Container Sizes | #1, #5, #7, #15, 24" Box |
Natural Growth Habit | Rounded |
Sunset Garden Zones | 8-16, 18-24 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 8A-11 |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Fast-growing evergreen shrub or small tree with an upright growth-habit to 10-15’ tall and wide. This tough sun loving long-blooming variety features narrow glossy dark-green foliage accented with a profusion of eye-catching bright-white flowers appearing mid-spring through summer attracting bees. Tolerates heat reflected heat drought coastal conditions and a variety of soil types provided they’re well-drained. Long admired for its durability this variety is well-suited as an accent hedge background screen mass planting or small tree. All parts of this plant contain a milky sap that is poisonous if ingested so caution should be used when pruning or working with this species. Thrives in a full sun exposure.