Spring is here, however, be careful what you plant !

Well, Spring is almost here.  Yay !  However, as pet owners we must be very careful about what types of flowers we plant around our homes.

Yes, some plants can be very harmful to our beloved fur babies.  I found that out last year when I planted a flower that I liked then found out it is extremely harmful to pets.

This blog post is about flowers/plants that are harmful to our pets, so when you are thinking about what to plant this year, this information may be helpful on what to plant and what not to plant next time you are at your favorite nursery.

If you ever do have a pet that eats anything that is harmful, please contact the ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center at 1 800 548-2423 or contact your veterinarian.

Below you will find a list of flowers that are harmful.  I have listed the most dangerous first so you can just completely avoid these when you go shopping.

Flowers and plants that cause death
Agapanthus
Azalea (in large amounts)
Cyclamen
Delphinium
Dumb Cane (Dieffenbachia)
Foxglove
Lantana
Larkspur
Mistletoe
Oleander
Rhododendron
Sago Palms

Flowers and plants that cause organ damage
(Kidney, liver, stomach, heart, etc.)

Azalea (in small amounts)
Crocus
Foxglove
Juniper

Flowers and plants that cause rashes 
(Dermatitis)

Cactus
Chrysanthemums
Ficus
Poison Ivy
Poison Oak
Pothos Ivy (in small amounts)
Primerose
Schefflera
Sumac

Flowers and plants that cause upset stomachs

(Vomiting, diarrhea, and gas)

Amaryllis                                      
Aster

Baby's Breath (Gypsophila)

Boxwood

Cala Lily

Carnation

Chrysanthemums

Clematis

Cyclamen

Daffodil (Jonquil)

English Ivy

Freesia

Gladiolas

Holly

Hyacinth

Hydrangea

Kalanchoe

Peony

Morning Glory

Poinsettia

Pothos Ivy

Scheifflera

Tulip

I hope this list will help in your decision.  Happy Planting everyone !