Pet owners: plants and pets can coexist as long as plants cultivated indoors are non-toxic to cats and dogs. Even the most well-behaved pets are bound to nibble on growing greenery added to new home offices and living spaces, so the experts at Pike Nurseries have a variety of suggestions on how to be a good plant parent – even with fur babies in the home. Pike Nurseries has done the legwork and fetched a go-to list of safe houseplants that will add color and texture to pet owners’ homes without posing a threat to their four-legged friends.
| Pet-Safe Indoor Houseplants |
African Violets will brighten up even the smallest space, with its flowers of pink, purple or white. These vintage darlings need medium to bright, indirect light to grow best. When watering African violets use room temperature water and use a saucer to apply water from the bottom and avoid damage to the flower and leaves. |  |
 | Aspidistra: Durable and attractive, aspidistra (cast-iron plants) can tolerate the lowest light situations – whether inside or outside where it grows as a perennial. The long-lasting plant comes in solid green and variegated colors with arching leaves. This plant is known to be drought-tolerant so be sure to not overwater during scheduled waterings. |
Calathea: This low-to-medium light houseplant is an attractive choice, offering striking variegated foliage with splashes of pink, white and light green, plus dark purple undersides for added interest. Weekly watering is enough for this low-care beauty, and its preference for humidity makes it a good choice for kitchens and bathrooms. |  |
 | Ferns: Soft, gorgeous foliage plants like Birds Nest, Boston, Maidenhair and Staghorn ferns will flourish in the right conditions, including medium light and humidity. Ferns make a wonderful addition to pet loving homes, but remember to water consistently! |
Orchids: These elegant beauties thrive in medium to bright, indirect light. Place them in a course, well-draining planting medium like orchid bark and water once a week during the winter and twice a week during hotter months. Orchids like moisture and humidity, but drainage is key so that the plant is not sitting in water. |  |
 | Palm Trees: Add a small tree to the indoors with a palm! Parlor, Areca and Ponytail palms are all pet safe. These low-maintenance houseplants are also a good starting point for beginners. Palm trees thrive in bright, indirect light and are sensitive to overwatering. Be sure to let the soil dry completely between watering. |
Peperomia: Diverse in colors and textures, this non-toxic ornamental foliage plant is ideal for beginning houseplant enthusiasts! Slow-growing, small and low maintenance, these plants prefer medium to bright indirect light, infrequent watering and good drainage. All peperomia species have thick leaves that contribute to their drought-tolerant and attractive qualities. |  |
 | Spider Plant: One of the easiest plants to care for, spider plants grow best in bright indirect light but can also tolerate medium light. The graceful arching of the long strapping foliage makes this houseplant perfect for hanging baskets, and white and bright green foliage adds variety to any houseplant collection. Be sure to keep the soil moisture consistent for best performance. |
Succulents and Sedums: Waterwise succulents including Burro’s Tail, Echeveria, Haworthia, Sempervivum (Hen and Chicks), Aeonium and Lithop all provide texture and color as safe décor. Bright light and infrequent watering will keep them thriving indoors. |  |
The experts at Pike Nurseries recommend being strategic with placement when curious pets are indoors. Hanging plants and potted plants on tall shelves will be difficult for pets to access. Pet owners can also choose life-like versions of toxic houseplants, such as Fiddle-leaf Figs or Monstera.
Pike Nurseries provides homeowners with horticultural excellence and top-notch services. Home Garden Consultations are perfect for homeowners in need of advice on specific garden issues or plant identification and care tips. The Pick ‘n Plant service allows customers to choose their own plants in one of 19 retail stores and have certified installation partners plant for them. A custom landscape design and installation from Pike Nurseries can include patios, walkways, drainage solutions, retaining walls and of course, plants. Homeowners can schedule a landscape designer home visit by booking online or calling 855-444-7453 toll-free.
In an effort to keep customers safe, all Pike Nurseries locations are now exclusively offering delivery and curbside pick-up. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Customers can complete an online form or call a local store to order, and a Pike Nurseries employee-owner will return the call to personally consult on the request and finalize the order.
Pike Nursery, Buckhead 4020 Roswell Road Atlanta, GA 30342 Phone: 404-843-9578 | Pike Nurseries, Acworth 3602 Cobb Parkway Acworth, Georgia 30101 Phone: 678-574-5868 | |
Pike Nurseries, Milton 3155 Bethany Bend Milton, Georgia 30004 Phone: 678-433-9060 | Pike Nurseries, Cumming 6050 Bethelview Road Cumming, Georgia 30040 Phone: 770-205-1737 | |
Pike Nurseries, East Cobb 2900 Johnson Ferry Road Marietta, Georgia 30062 Phone: 770-640-6468 | Pike Nurseries, Suwanee 1105 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard Suwanee, Georgia 30024 Phone: 770-271-5433 | |
Pike Nurseries, Toco Hills 2101 LaVista Road Atlanta, Georgia 30329 Phone: 404-634-8604 | Pike Nurseries, Marietta 1875 Roswell Road Marietta, Georgia 30062 Phone: 770-977-3040 | |
Pike Nurseries, Johns Creek 5795 State Bridge Road Alpharetta, Georgia 30022 Phone: 770-813-5050 | Pike Nurseries, Lindbergh 2410 Camellia Lane NE Atlanta, Georgia 30324 Phone: 404-869-2875 | |
Pike Nurseries, West Cobb 3431 Barrett Parkway, NW Marietta, Georgia 30064 Phone: 770-423-1650 | Pike Nurseries, Towne Lake 2475 Towne Lake Parkway Woodstock, Georgia 30189 Phone: 770-926-3252 |
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