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Oleander tree #924470

Asked February 11, 2026, 4:07 PM EST

Hi. What kind to soil should I buy to pot my Oleander tree indoors. It's about 5 feet tall. Thank you. Linda Peterson

Steele County Minnesota

Expert Response

Oleander tolerates a range of soil conditions, well-drained and pH slightly acidic to alkaline preferred. 

Most commercial high quality potting media will be suitable for your plant.  Or make your own following these recommendations:

https://tpt.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/make-own-potting-media-video/year-round-gardening/

Go here for more useful and interesting information about oleander:

https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/nerium-oleander/
An Ask Extension Expert Replied February 11, 2026, 5:19 PM EST

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