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Oleander Virginie
Nerium oleander Virginie.
The Nerium Virginie is a vigorous evergreen shrub, it produces large pastel pink flowers 5 to 6 cm grooved striped bright pink from June to October.
It is easy to grow it can also be grown in pots, for better flowering simply trim the end of March to 2/3.
Description
Height at maturity
3/4M
Wingspan at maturity
2/3M
Exposure
sun
Flowering
June to October
Hardiness
-12°C
Origin
Mediterranean Basin
Oleander Virginie – Nerium oleander 'Virginie'
Origins and characteristics
Native to the Mediterranean basin and Asia, Nerium oleander belongs to the Apocynaceae family. The ‘Virginie’ cultivar is prized for its large delicate flowers and abundant summer bloom.
Description and particularities
Adult height : 2 to 3 metres
Adult spread : 1.50 to 2 metres
Habit : Bushy, dense and slightly flared
Foliage : Evergreen; elongated, leathery, glossy dark green leaves
Flowering period : June to October
Flowers : Large 5–6 cm blooms, pastel pink with a vivid pink striped throat
Fruits : Elongated capsules containing feathery seeds
Hardiness : Moderate, down to –8 °C; protection required in cold climates
Exposure and soil
Exposure : Full sun
Soil : Light, well‑drained, even poor
Tolerance : Excellent resistance to drought and saline soils
Planting
Season : Spring or autumn (outside frost periods)
Preparation : Well‑drained soil; add sand to heavy soils
Spacing : 1.50 to 2 metres in open ground
Watering
At planting : Regular watering until established
When mature : Low water needs; water in summer to support flowering
Pruning
When? : Late March
Advice : Cut stems back by two‑thirds to encourage abundant flowering and maintain a compact habit
Propagation
Semi‑ripe cuttings in summer
Garden uses
Positions : Sunny borders, flowering hedges, container growing on terraces or balconies
Recommended plant associations :
Shrubs :
Olea europaea (olive tree) for a Mediterranean atmosphere
Arbre aux nénuphars to extend the floral effect
Perennials :
White columbine for a light summer touch
Heuchera to reinforce warm, dry tones
Disease resistance
Susceptibility : Can be affected by scale insects and aphids in humid climates
Prevention : Regular monitoring, airy planting, natural treatments if needed
Tips for good development
Plant in full sun for maximum flowering, protect in winter in cold regions (mulch or fleece), water regularly in containers, prune each spring to renew growth, avoid excess winter moisture to prevent root rot.
Features
- Common name : Oleander Virginie
- Family : Apocynaceae
- Category : shrub
- Spread : 2/3M
- Foliage : evergreen
- Color of flowers : Pink pastel gorgeous striped pink, simple
- Use : pot - shrubbery - flowering hedge
- Soil : rich and well-drained
- Habit : bushy
- Earth to use : universal potting soil/garden soil/compost
- Enemies : Red spider - cochineal
- Possible diseases : resistant to diseases
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