Cats and dogs will make a mess of your houseplants if they can reach them. In addition to protecting your plants, it’s important to keep pets away from them because many common houseplants are toxic.
- Hanging baskets in your windows are a good solution for trailing plants like philodendrons, and they’ll get plenty of sun.
- Indoor plant stands work well if you have a small dog that can’t knock them over.
- If you have cats, try a plant shelf located away from furniture and appliances.
- Wall planters are a unique decorative choice. They work especially well for growing herbs in the kitchen.
- Cats particularly dislike citrus scents. Some pet owners use essential oils to keep cats away from planters and off furniture.
- To create an enclosed plant stand, paint a sturdy metal birdcage and stand to match your decor. Put small or medium plants inside. Make sure the stand is well braced.
- Do you have built-in bookcases? Reserve the top shelf for plants.
- “Cat grass” may satisfy a cat’s urge to chew on plants.
- If all else fails, designate a “no pets” plant room. A sunny garden room will allow you to overwinter plants from your patio.
- To keep your pets safe, ask your landscaper about non-toxic houseplants.