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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.

Itilizasyon Peyizaj

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Etikèt Estil

coastaldrought tolerantmediterraneanhighway

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full Sun

Bezwen Dlo

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.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

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

Schedule: February and September balanced fertilizer.

Tolerans Sèl

High (8/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Wotè Matire
620 ft
Lajè Matire
615 ft
Vitès Kwasans
fast
Bezwen Dlo
1/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$$
Zòn USDA
8, 9, 10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
10/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Oleander nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

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.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Legal to plant. EXTREME TOXICITY MANDATORY WRITTEN DISCLOSURE REQUIRED.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Allowed

Legal. EXTREME TOXICITY — mandatory written disclosure.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Legal. EXTREME TOXICITY disclosure mandatory.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Allowed

Legal. EXTREME TOXICITY disclosure mandatory.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Allowed

Legal. EXTREME TOXICITY disclosure mandatory.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

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

Wè Gid Konte →

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