Oleander is an evergreen shrub which belongs to the family of kutra. It is common in many countries, found in Japan, North Africa, Southern Europe. In nature, up to 2 m, and even up to 5 m in height, oleander grows. Care at home, of course, this growth does not imply, but if the necessary conditions and timely introduction of fertilizing, the height of the bush can exceed one meter. The leaves of the plant are leathery, dark green, narrow. From July to September, oleander blooms. Pink, white, yellow, red - this is the most common color of the bush. In a natural environment, racemose inflorescences are very fragrant, but at home it is almost impossible to feel their smell.
Oleander is easy to care for, because it is absolutely unpretentious, the bush can often be seen as a decoration of the hall or office. Decorate the plant should be maintained by pruning the branches. Do not be afraid to overdo it: the more it is cut, the furry and more beautiful will be the bush. Buds are laid in spring, so only after flowering the oleander is cut. Care at home requires compliance with a certain temperature, lighting, irrigation regime and the introduction of fertilizing.
Since oleander is from warm countries, then it is necessary to take care of it accordingly. In summer, the optimum temperature for him varies between 20-25 ° C. As soon as the spring warms and the threat of frost passes, the plant should be taken out to the garden or to the balcony, fresh air will not hurt it. In the cold season at a temperature of 5-10 ° C, an oleander feels great. Care at home involves placing the pot with a bush in a well-lit place. The plant very fond of the sun, its lack can lead to the extension of shoots, besides, the leaves are likely to fade, but the buds will not bloom. In winter, the light day is very short, so it is desirable to provide the oleander with a backlight.
The bush very much likes a moisture, in the summer in a saucer constantly there should be a water, especially if it is taken out on open air. With a decrease in temperature, you should cut and watering, but even in winter it is recommended to spray the leaves from time to time so that the tips do not dry. A regular transplant in the spring requires oleander. Care at home involves the transshipment of young bushes annually, and adults - as the growth from the pot. Top dressing should be done from April to August. Oleandro complex fertilizers for indoor plants, they need to be poured into the pot 2 times a month.
The shrub can be affected by a spider mite, scab, scorpion and aphids. The reason is often found in insufficient watering in the summer, nutrient deficiencies. If necessary, you can propagate by seeds or cuttings oleander. Cultivation in the second way is preferable, because it is much easier. You can root the cuttings in soil or sand, but in order for the root to appear faster, the stem should initially be placed in a container of water. It must be remembered that oleander is a poisonous plant, therefore it is necessary to observe precautions while working with it.