Oleander 'Hardy Red'

Nerium oleander 'Hardy Red'

Nerium oleander 'Hardy Red' is a plant with the following characteristics:

Growth Characteristics
- Height and Width: When mature, oleander grows to approximately 2 to 3 meters in height.
- Leaves: They are long and narrow, with a glossy dark green color.
- Flowers: It blooms with red flowers in the summer; the flowers are fragrant and highly valuable as ornamental plants.
- Cold Hardiness: 'Hardy Red' is more cold-hardy than other oleander varieties.
- Drought Tolerance: It grows relatively well even in dry conditions and is easy to care for.

Propagation Methods
- Seed Propagation: Propagation is possible using seeds, but it takes a long time.
- Cuttings: Cuttings are the most common method of propagation. Use a long branch or a flexible stem. Place the cutting in water; once roots develop, transplant it into a pot.

Cultivation Methods
- Soil: It must be planted in well-draining soil. While it grows well in general garden soil, well-draining soil is the best. - Sunlight: It grows best in sunny locations.
- Watering: It prefers dry conditions, so be careful not to overwater. Once fully grown, it tolerates drought well.
- Fertilizer: It is recommended to apply slow-release fertilizer in the spring.

Uses in the Garden
- Border Planting: Its high vertical height makes it suitable for planting along borders or hedges.
- Urban Environment: It is resistant to air pollution, making it suitable for urban landscaping.
- Pot Planting: It is also used as an ornamental plant in pots due to its large and showy flowers.

Important Pests and Diseases & Control Methods
- Diseases: Root rot and leaf mold may occur.
- Control: Ensure good drainage; if mold occurs, remove spores and use appropriate fungicides.
- Pests: Aphids and scale insects may occur.
- Control: Prevention is achieved through regular insecticide application and the removal of affected leaves or branches. It is important to note that all parts of the oleander are toxic, so it must be handled with caution in households with young children or pets.

Plant Family	Oleander family
Height	1.8~4.5m
Spread	1.8~3m
Colors	red
Bloom Period	June to August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-10°C

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