10 Best Pet-Friendly Plants for Your Home
Nothing beats the feeling of getting a gorgeous new plant and bringing it home. Greening up the space, detoxifying air, being a new awesome addition in that already full plant shelf… But it’s not all so easy if you live with a dog or a cat. Monsteras? Sansevierias? Philodendrons? Even the most common houseplants can be a no-no if you are a pet owner. Even if pets munching on plants isn’t something you’ve experienced so far, it’s always better to be safe than sorry. Luckily, there’s still plenty of houseplant families and varieties you can choose from. Here is our list of 10 houseplants that are adorable and won’t compromise your pet’s safety.
Dwarf bananas are a must have for any tropical plant-loving soul. Their giant paper-thin leaves will make your home feel like an exotic vacation destination in no time. Banana plants thrive warm, low-humidity conditions with a lot of light. They are pet-safe, but be careful with their leaves as they tend to rip if you as much as breathe too loud…
Beautiful, otherworldly-looking plants with frosted magenta leaves on long gangly stems. Rex Begonia Vine Grows pretty fast, best in bright indirect light. Very low maintenance while being a great eye-catcher.
I’ve already talked about Fittonias in our extensive Pink Plants guide. These small, inconspicuous planties are perfect for pet owners as well as over-waterers as they love to stay wet. Coming in many colours and always put on a great show when thirsty. Terrarium plants are perfect as your pet won’t be able to reach them through the glass.
Tillandsias are really fascinating and easy to care for. Coming in many shapes and sizes, they add a bit of a designer touch and act as a great conversation piece. I love explaining how they basically don’t need anything to survive.
These interesting, ornamental, almost sculpture-like plants resemble the forked antlers of male deer or elk. They are therefore a great plant to mount on a vertical wall where it is out of your pet’s reach as well.
Surely you remember having this one in your home when you were a kid. Good news is Boston Fern is non-toxic to both cats and dogs. Remember to keep the soil moist at all times. These lush plants really love humidity so cooler bathrooms with large windows and sheer curtains are the best place to keep them.
8. Pilea
Pilea is extremely popular at the time. She goes by several nicknames. Pancake or UFO plant due to its circular leaves as well as the friendship plant as it's super easy to propagate and gift to your loved ones. Try it!
These low-growing plants native to the American tropics boast some of the most striking foliage out there. Similarly to Rattlesnake Calathea, the plant also folds up her leaves at night. They thrive in greenhouse-like conditions. Keep them warm, moist and fertilized. Never place your maranta plants in direct sunlight as it will scorch the leaves.
