Will oleanders grow in part shade and under oak trees?

Question

I live on a dirt road and would like to plant oleander bushes to block some of the dirt. Also have lots of deer and need something they don't eat.

Answer 1

Yes. When I was on the farm my line of oleandas were under some large gum trees. They got a few hours of sun but were in shade for most of the day. They survived very well.

Answer 2

They sure will as long as there getting good full on sun for at least half the day. For a good block I would stick to a hardy variety and not a dwarf, you'll get the height you need and the hardies are more freeze tolerant if that's an issue where you're at.