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Oleander (Nerium oleander) growing in South Florida
Grade Florida #1

Oleander — South Florida Plant Guide

Nerium oleander

Family: Apocynaceae · Shrub

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Usos en Paisajismo

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Etiquetas de Estilo

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Guía de Cultivo para el Sur de Florida

Requisitos de Luz

Full Sun

Requisitos de Agua

Low1/10

Once established (12–18 months), Oleander is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Very low water once established. 1-2x per week dry season. Outstanding drought tolerance. Highway median-proven.

Suelo y Fertilización

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Fertilizer: Balanced 8-2-12. Low maintenance feeder.

Schedule: February and September balanced fertilizer.

Tolerancia a la Sal

High (8/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Altura Madura
620 ft
Ancho Maduro
615 ft
Tasa de Crecimiento
fast
Demanda de Agua
1/10
Grado Florida
Florida #1
Costo Instalado
$$
Zonas USDA
8, 9, 10a, 10b, 11
Estado FLEPPC
None
Calificación Iguana
10/10

Dónde Comprar en el Sur de Florida

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Preguntas Frecuentes

How fast does Oleander grow in South Florida?

Oleander has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Oleander safe for pets?

Oleander is not safe for pets. EXTREMELY TOXIC — potentially FATAL to cats, dogs, horses, and other animals. All parts. A small amount of any plant part can kill a pet. MANDATORY disclosure. DO NOT install in homes with pets.

How much water does Oleander need in South Florida?

Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Oleander is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Oleander tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Oleander has high salt tolerance (8/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.

Is Oleander available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Oleander is classified as: allowed. Legal to plant.

Disponibilidad por Condado en el Sur de Florida

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Legal to plant. EXTREME TOXICITY MANDATORY WRITTEN DISCLOSURE REQUIRED.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Broward County

Allowed

Legal. EXTREME TOXICITY — mandatory written disclosure.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Legal. EXTREME TOXICITY disclosure mandatory.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Collier County

Allowed

Legal. EXTREME TOXICITY disclosure mandatory.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Monroe County

Allowed

Legal. EXTREME TOXICITY disclosure mandatory.

✓ Apto para costa

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

Ver Guía del Condado →

Referencias completas de ordenanzas disponibles para suscriptores Profesionales. Siempre verifique los requisitos actuales del condado antes de la instalación.

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