Nerium oleander 'Crimea River'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

7a-11

Nerium oleander 'Crimea River' plant details

Nerium oleander 'Crimea River' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Nerium oleander 'Crimea River'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Nerium oleander 'Crimea River'

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This beautiful plant that might have an old name but lost in translation as it was give to us from a collection in eastern Europe where winter temps have fallen well below 0F. Large shrub to 6 to 8 feet or more with cheery, fragrant double pink flowers over a long season. Excellent for container or warm spot in the garden. As with all members of the milkweed family, leaves are poisonous so... do not eat. USDA zone 7.