You shouldn't have any problem pruning your Oleanders back now. I pruned mine back a month ago, because they were just overgrown and ugly. They have already grown back. In some areas, they get cut back a foot from the ground, and come back surprisingly well. I cut mine back about two-thirds.
One thing to note: all parts of oleanders are highly poisonous. I usually wear long sleeves and gloves to prune mine back. Even the woody parts are poisonous, so don't go putting your hand in your mouth.
Actually, pruning them back will encourage them to blossom next spring. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Desert Gardens
