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Oleander

Nerium oleander

Apocynaceae · broadleaf evergreen shrub · introduced

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Data Coverage 2 of 6 dimensions
Site Data
Threats
Cultivars
Phenology
GDD Thresholds
Puget Sound

Quick Facts

Height
6–12 ft
Spread
13 ft
Growth Rate
Fast
Light
Full Sun
Soil
Adaptable
Water
Low
Hardiness
Zone Zones 8a–8b
Bloom Time
Seasonal bloomer
Origin
TEMPERATE ASIA: United Arab Emirates, Oman

Phenological Calendar

Stage Typical Window
New growth flush BBCH 11 Feb 15-Mar 15
Bloom start BBCH 61 Jun 15-Aug 15
Bloom end / petal fall BBCH 69 Jul 15-Aug 31
Fruit/seed development BBCH 71 Jun 1-Aug 31
Fruit/seed maturity BBCH 85 Sep 1-Nov 30