NERIUM OLEANDER ROSA

Botanical Name: Nerium oleander ‘Rosa’
Common Names: Oleander, Pink Oleander, Laurel rosa, Adelfa rosa
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soils; tolerates sandy, rocky, and nutrient-poor substrates
Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Foliage: Evergreen, lance-shaped, dark green leaves; forms dense, upright shrubs
Flowers: Clusters of soft to bright pink, funnel-shaped flowers; blooms profusely from spring to fall
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Uses:

Ornamental Plant:
Nerium oleander rosa is valued for its charming pink flowers and evergreen foliage, bringing color and structure to Mediterranean, coastal, and urban gardens.

Hedges and Privacy Screens:
Perfect for creating flowering hedges, windbreaks, or natural barriers with year-round greenery.

Xeriscaping:
Thrives in low-water-use gardens, rock gardens, and sunny landscapes with minimal maintenance.

Benefits:

Drought and Heat Tolerant: Performs well in hot, dry climates and requires little supplemental water once established.

Low Maintenance: Hardy and pest-resistant, with minimal care needed throughout the year.

Long Blooming Season: Offers abundant pink flowers over many months, enhancing garden aesthetics.

Evergreen Structure: Provides color and foliage throughout all seasons.

Versatile Landscaping: Works well in borders, containers, or mass plantings.

Nerium oleander rosa is a robust, evergreen shrub that delivers vibrant pink blooms, toughness, and elegance to warm-climate gardens. Its low water needs and extended flowering season make it a perfect choice for sustainable landscapes.