Pet-Friendly Houseplants: Why They Matter to Me and to My Pets
Pets Explore With Their Mouths
Cats and dogs interact with the world by sniffing, rubbing, chewing, and occasionally causing chaos. Even normally well behaved pets get curious.
Many common houseplants, including pothos, philodendron, and peace lilies, contain toxins that can cause irritation or more serious symptoms if ingested.
Choosing houseplants that are safe for pets means fewer worries and no panic when you hear suspicious crunching from the other room.
A More Peaceful Home
When every plant in your home is pet friendly, life gets simpler. There’s no constant rearranging to keep plants out of reach and no stress about what might be toxic.
A pet safe plant collection creates a home that feels easier, safer, and more harmonious for everyone.
For pet owners who garden outdoors too, our blog Keeping Your Pets Safe: A Guide to Toxic and Non Toxic Outdoor Plants breaks down which landscape plants to avoid and which are safe to grow around pets.
Favorite Pet Friendly Houseplants
These are a few houseplants I love that are safe for homes with cats and dogs:
Spider Plant
Resilient, air purifying, and famously entertaining for curious cats.
Bamboo Palm
Adds a soft tropical feel and performs well in lower light spaces.
Boston Fern
Lush and classic, and gentle even if pets take an occasional nibble.
Calathea
Known for bold, patterned leaves without toxicity concerns.
African Violet
Compact plants with beautiful blooms that brighten small spaces safely.
Choosing houseplants that are safe for cats and dogs makes it possible to enjoy an indoor jungle without sacrificing peace of mind.
Pet Days of Winter • February 7
If you love plants and animals as much as I do, Pet Days of Winter is the perfect time to visit.
On February 7, we’re welcoming local nonprofit animal rescues, adoption organizations, and pet focused vendors to the greenhouses. Many of our nonprofit partners will be onsite with pets available for adoption, along with education and resources focused on responsible pet ownership.
Our greenhouse team will also be highlighting our full collection of pet friendly houseplants, making it easy to learn which plants are safe for cats and dogs while supporting organizations doing meaningful work in our community.
👉 You can learn more about the event and see the full list of participating organizations in our Pet Days of Winter blog.
Looking for Pet Safe Houseplants?
We’ve curated a collection of houseplants that are safe for cats and dogs, available at both our Middletown and Beavercreek locations.
Creating a home that feels warm, nurturing, and safe for pets matters. Choosing pet friendly plants is a small act of care that brings more harmony into everyday life.
If you’re ready to add pet safe greenery to your home or plan to join us for Pet Days of Winter, our team is always happy to help you find the right fit.