A Deadly Beauty - Oleander
Article about Oleander Plants
by Herb Leibacher
Oleander is
one of the most beautiful of all the shrubs, but caution should be used when planting this shrub. Every part of this
beautiful plant is deadly, the leaves, sap, wood and flowers. This attractive
evergreen grows best in warm climates and will produce heavy scented, brightly colored flowers from late spring to fall. This
shrub is beautiful but deadly to humans and animals.
Late spring
brings the first buds of the Oleander that bloom clear into late fall. The
varieties of flowers each bring a brilliant color bloom in shades of white, salmon, yellow, apricot, red, purple, lilac, and
copper. Oleander is not native to the United States but will do very well in
warm states such as Florida, California and Texas. Dry, windy conditions do not
adversely affect the growth of this plant. Coastal regions are also where the Oleander
will do well. Marshy soils with a salt content will be just fine with the
Oleander.
Oleander can
be trimmed and kept at the bush state of six to twelve feet or left to grow
into small trees that will reach about twenty feet in height. The shrubs make
beautiful raised borders or fence decoration. The trees are excellent wind
breaks and are attractive in a staggered row along a property line. Oleander
plants need to be placed in a site with full sun or a light shade. The soil
should be well drained, though Oleanders will adapt to dry conditions and
marshy soils.
Keeping in
mind that the Oleander is a deadly plant, it is not a good idea to plan include
this bush in the main walking areas of your yard, and areas where children or
pets frequent. These beautiful bushes and trees will kill.
Oleanders
can be planted in the spring or fall. The plants will need 6 to 12 feet of
distance between them, depending on how large you want the plant to grow and
the variety of the plant. Oleander should be put in a hole that is as deep as
the root ball and about three times as wide as the root ball. Amending the soil
at this time is a good idea to provide a healthy start for the Oleanders. A
small amount of compost will help the plant adjust and thrive in its new home.
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