Oleander Flower Plant (White)

Oleander (Nerium oleander), commonly known as Kaner or Karabi in India, is a popular evergreen flowering shrub prized for its vibrant, long-lasting blooms and extreme hardiness.

QUICK PLANT SPECIFICATIONS

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Nerium oleander.

COMMON NAMES: Kaner, Karabi, Rosebay.

PLANT TYPE: Evergreen flowering shrub.

HEIGHT: Grows 4 to 20 feet tall (shorter when confined to pots).

FLOWER COLORS: Pink, red, white, yellow, peach, and salmon.

BLOOM PERIOD: Late spring through late summer, or year-round in warm climates.

CARE REQUIREMENTS

SUNLIGHT: Prefers full sun for the best flower production, but tolerates partial shade.

WATERING: Highly drought-tolerant once established. Water when the top layer of soil feels dry; avoid soggy soil.

SOIL: Thrives in well-draining soil and adapts well to poor, rocky, or sandy ground.

TEMPERATURE: Loves hot weather and warm climates, doing best between 20°C and 35°C.

KEY FEATURES & SAFETY WARNING

TOXICITY: Every single part of the oleander plant is highly toxic to humans, dogs, cats, and livestock if ingested. Its sap can also irritate the skin, and burning the wood produces toxic smoke. Keep it away from children and pets.

HARDINESS: It resists deer, tolerates coastal salt spray, and handles severe urban pollution, making it a common choice for highway medians, large garden hedges, and balcony containers.