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Oleander (Nerium Oleander Hardy Red) - Kaner
کنیر
Nerium Oleander Hardy Red
Rs 3,500
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Oleander (Kaner / کنیر) brings both visual elegance and a moderate fragrance to your outdoor space. It reaches an impressive height of 10 ft, thrives in full sun, needs minimal watering. Native to the Mediterranean, it is well-adapted to Pakistan’s climate and grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, Swat, Quetta.
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Plant Characteristics
Botanical Name
Nerium Oleander Hardy Red
Sunlight
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Flower Colour
Red
Plant Type
Shrub
Mature Height
10 ft
Description
Oleander (Nerium Oleander Hardy Red), known in Pakistan as Kaner (کنیر), is native to the Mediterranean, and has found a thriving home in Pakistan’s gardens and landscapes. Prized for its moderate daytime fragrance and its red flowers that appear in spring, summer, this shrub is a valuable addition to any garden. This moderate-growing evergreen plant reaches up to 10 ft at maturity, making it suitable for gardens of various sizes.
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Low: water sparingly, allowing soil to dry between sessions
- Care Level: Beginner, easy to grow and ideal for beginners
- Pet & Child Safe: No, keep away from pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor
- Propagation: Stem Cuttings
How to Propagate Oleander
Among the easiest plants to root from stem cuttings. Cuttings can even be placed in a glass of water to develop roots.
Growing in Pakistan
This plant is both heat and drought tolerant, making it exceptionally well-suited to Pakistan’s challenging summers. This hardy plant adapts well to nearly all regions of Pakistan, including the cooler areas of Abbottabad, Quetta, and the northern highlands. It handles both cold winters and warm summers.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, Swat, Quetta
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: Yes, survives dry spells once established
Why Choose Oleander?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Oleander is an excellent choice because it works effectively as a privacy screen or natural hedge, fills the garden with delightful fragrance, requires minimal maintenance, perfect for new gardeners and thrives with minimal watering once established.
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Red
- Foliage Type
- Evergreen
- Fragrance
- Moderate
- Fragrance Timing
- Day
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Low
- Care Difficulty
- Beginner
- Placement
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- No
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Purpose
- Decorative, Fragrance, Privacy Screen
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- Yes
Where Oleander (Nerium Oleander Hardy Red) - Kaner grows in Pakistan
Well-suited to these cities
AbbottabadBahawalpurFaisalabadGujranwalaHyderabadIslamabadKarachiLahoreMardanMultanPeshawarQuettaRahim Yar KhanRawalpindiSialkotSukkurSwat
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Oleander release its fragrance?
Oleander produces a moderate daytime fragrance, especially noticeable during warm, sunny hours. The scent is most intense during the bloom season and carries well in sheltered garden spots.
Should I worry about Oleander toxicity with kids or pets at home?
Oleander is toxic if ingested and should be kept out of reach of cats, dogs, and young children. If you have curious pets or toddlers, place it in an area they cannot access, or choose a pet-safe alternative.
Is Oleander a good choice for a first-time gardener?
Absolutely! Oleander is one of the easiest plants to care for and is perfect for first-time gardeners. It forgives missed waterings and bounces back from neglect. Its low water needs mean less work and fewer problems with overwatering.
How often should I water Oleander in Pakistan’s climate?
Oleander is a low-water plant. Water once every 7-10 days, or when the top 2 inches of soil feel completely dry. Once established, it handles extended dry periods without trouble.
Does Oleander need regular trimming or pruning?
Oleander benefits from regular pruning to maintain a dense, hedge-like shape. Trim lightly after each flowering cycle and do a heavier shaping prune in late winter before new growth begins. Since it blooms in spring, summer, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
Buy Kaner online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
