Choosing Pet-Friendly Plants: Safe Options for Your Home and Garden

Pet-friendly plants are non-toxic and safe for pets to be around, ideal for pet owners looking to include greenery in their homes without harm to animals.

Pet-friendly Plant FAQ

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Are Houseplants safe for pets?

However, though the houseplant trade is full of plants that have some level of toxicity, there are plenty of pet-safe plants to choose from. Opting to keep only non-toxic plants in your home is a wise choice, particularly if you have pets or small children who have a tendency to let curiosity get the best of them.

What plants are safe for cats & dogs?

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is a good resource for learning about plant toxicity for cats, dogs, and horses. Here are 23 beautiful non-toxic indoor plants that are safe for cats and dogs. African violets ( Saintpaulia) are one of the most popular flowering safe houseplants for pets.

Which house plants are cat friendly?

There are also lots of easy-to-grow house plants that are also cat friendly, from spider plant to Chinese money plant and even pineapple plant. Whatever type of house plant you're drawn to, we've plenty of options to suit you and your cat. Pineapple plant. Getty images.

Are indoor plants safe for pets?

Pet-safe indoor plants are essential whether you are an experienced or first-time pet parent. No matter how trustworthy and well-trained your furry friend is, there are many popular indoor plants that can cause them harm. Avoid the potential risk and still satisfy your longing for a plant-filled home by opting for non-toxic houseplants.

Are spider plants pet friendly?

No pet-friendly plant list would be complete without mentioning the ever-popular spider plant. This easy to care for plant comes in solid green and variegated varieties and prefers bright, indirect light and moderate watering, generally requiring weekly watering during the growing season.