Mathilde Ferrier Plant
Mathilde Ferrier (Nerium oleander 'Mathilde Ferrier'), a Mediterranean evergreen shrub, grows 1.8-2.4 m with vigorous growth in well-drained sandy-loam, thrives in full sun with low to moderate moisture, is non-edible and toxic with no medicinal benefits, and produces fragrant double pale-yellow flowers from spring to fall.
Habit
Evergreen Shrub
Height
1.8-2.4 m
Growth
Vigorous
Soil
Well-drained, sandy-loam
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low to Moderate
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Mediterranean
Climatic Condition
Mediterranean/Subtropical
Temperature (°)
10 - 35
Humidity (%)
40-70
Potting media
50% garden soil, 25% sand, 25% compost
Fertilizers
Phosphorus-based (10:20:10)
Watering
Water when top 2-3 inch soil is dry
Plant Weight
~3-6 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Fall, peak July-August
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.5-2.0
Yield Per Plant
Not Applicable
NPK ratio
10:20:10
life Span
10-20 years
Health Benefits
Not Applicable
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% peat moss, 25% sand, 25% compost.
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize monthly with 10:10:10 diluted to half strength.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Blight, canker, Anthracnose, Root rot
Brown spots and yellow spots appear on the leaf. Water soaked lesions are formed.
Avoid over watering and remove the effected part of the plant.