Oleander Braid in NY: Grow in Pot, Not Ground

Oleander Braid in NY: Grow in Pot, Not Ground

Mother's Day oleander braid (3 ft) in NY (outside Queens): better in pot. Ground planting risks freeze death. Pots allow winter protection.

Pot Culture

• Oleander.org has pot-growing tips.
• Lives years in container.
• Water, fertilize, full sun in summer.
• Bring in before freeze; cool, bright winter spot.

Ground planting = high risk; pot = long-term success.