Knowing which popular fall plants can be toxic to dogs, cats, and horses will help you choose safe autumn flora for your home and yard. Read on to see which plants can be hazardous and which are relatively harmless. However, keep in mind that the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center advises that even “harmless” plants consumed by pets may cause mild GI upset.
Asters (Callistephus chinensis).
Asters are a great fall flower and are usually sold around the same time as mums. Luckily, these beauties are considered nontoxic to dogs, cats, and horses.
‘Karl Foerster’ Feather Reed Grass (Calamagrostis acutiflora).
These are great nontoxic grasses to grow in your yard, providing a beautiful bloom. However, the plant does have sharp points and can cause mechanical irritation.
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Knowing which popular fall plants can be toxic to dogs, cats, and horses will help you choose safe autumn flora for your home and yard. Read on to see which plants can be hazardous and which are relatively harmless. However, keep in mind that the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center advises that even “harmless” plants consumed by pets may cause mild GI upset.
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Are pampas grass poisonous?
Do animals eat pampas grass?
- Amaryllis.
- Autumn crocus.
- Castor bean.
- English Ivy.
- Hydrangea.
- 6. Japanese yews.
- Lily of the valley.
- Nerium oleander.
Is ornamental grass harmful to dogs?