Pet Friendly indoor Plants
My client often asked me, “What are the best pet-friendly indoor plants?”
So, with some extra time lately, I did my research online and visited a few plant stores around Vancouver. Here are my lists that will enhance the natural beauty of your space with some greenery, without compromising your pets' safety.
Here are the lists of indoor plants that are suitable for cats and dogs.
Enjoy!
Pilea Plant / Chinese Money Plant
Light: Brigh and indirect light.
Water: Allow soil to partially dry between waterings. Avoid overwatering.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Average room temperature and humidity.
Fertilize: Monthly during growing season with diluted fertilizer.
Prune: Pinch off growing tips to encourage bushiness.
Propagation: Easily propagated from offsets or stem cuttings.
Pests: Occasionally susceptible to pests like spider mites or mealybugs.
Calathea Plant
Light: Indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight.
Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Warm temperatures and high humidity preferred.
Fertilize: Monthly during the growing season with diluted fertilizer.
Prune: Remove dead or yellowing leaves.
Propagation: Division or stem cuttings.
Pests: Watch for pests like spider mites or aphids.
Watermelon Peperomia
Light: Bright and indirect light.
Water: Allow soil to partially dry between waterings, then water thoroughly.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Average room temperature and humidity.
Fertilize: Monthly during growing season with diluted fertilizer.
Prune: Trim leggy growth for bushiness.
Propagation: Stem cuttings in water or soil.
Pests: Watch for pests like spider mites.
Air Plants
Light: Bright and indirect light.
Water: Soak in water for 20-30 min. every 1-2 weeks, then allow to dry completely.
Air Circulation: Provide good air circulation.
Temperature/Humidity: Moderate temperatures and average humidity.
Fertilize: Monthly with a diluted air plant fertilizer.
Prune: Remove any dead or dried-out leaves.
Propagation: Produce offsets or pups as they mature.
Pests: Rarely affected; occasionally susceptible to pests like spider mites.
Baby Rubber Peperomia
Light: Bright and indirect light.
Water: Allow soil to partially dry between waterings; avoid overwatering.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Average room temperature and humidity.
Fertilize: Monthly during growing season with diluted fertilizer.
Prune: Trim leggy growth for bushiness.
Propagation: Stem cuttings in water or soil.
Pests: Watch for pests like spider mites.
Spider Plant
Light: Indirect light.
Water: Let soil partially dry between waterings.
Soil: Well-draining.
Temp/Humidity: Normal room conditions.
Fertilize: Monthly in spring/ summer.
Prune: Trim as needed.
Propagation: Easy from plantlets.
Pests: Rare; watch for bugs.
Peperomia Hope
Light: Bright and indirect light.
Water: Let soil dry out between watering.
Soil: Well-draining mix.
Temp/Humidity: 65-75°F (18-24°C); average humidity.
Fertilize: Half-strength balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
Prune: Trim as needed.
Propagation: Easy from stem cuttings.
Pests: Monitor for bugs; use insecticidal soap if needed.
Hoya Plant
Light: Bright and indirect light.
Water: Let soil dry between waterings.
Soil: Well-draining mix.
Temp/Humidity: 60-80°F (15-27°C); average humidity.
Fertilize: Monthly during spring/ summer with half-strength fertilizer.
Prune: Trim as needed for shape.
Propagation: Easy from stem cuttings.
Pests: Watch for bugs.
Staghorn Fern
Light: Indirect light.
Water: Mist or soak, then let dry.
Soil: Well-draining or mounted.
Temp/Humidity: 60-80°F (15-27°C), humid.
Fertilize: Monthly during growing season.
Prune: Remove dead fronds.
Propagation: Divide or plantlets.
Pests: Watch for bugs.
Bird’s Nest Fern
Light: Indirect light.
Water: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Average room temperature and humidity.
Fertilize: Monthly with diluted fertilizer during the growing season.
Prune: Remove dead or yellowing fronds.
Propagation: Division or spores.
Pests: Monitor for pests like scale or mealybugs.
Maidenhair Fern
Light: Indirect light and avoid direct sunlight.
Water: Keep soil consistently moist and never let it dry out completely.
Soil: Well-draining, rich potting mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Cool to moderate temperatures and high humidity preferred.
Fertilize: Diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during the growing season.
Prune: Remove dead or yellowing fronds.
Propagation: Division or spores.
Pests: Watch for pests like aphids or spider mites.
Gerber Daisy
Light: Full sun to partial shade.
Water: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Moderate temperatures and average humidity.
Fertilize: Monthly during growing season with balanced fertilizer.
Prune: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage new growth.
Propagation: Difficult; usually grown from seeds.
Pests: Watch for pests like aphids or spider mites.
Orchid
Light: Indirect light and avoid direct sunlight.
Water: Water sparingly, allowing potting mix to dry out slightly between waterings.
Soil: Use a well-draining orchid mix or bark.
Temperature/Humidity: Moderate temperatures and high humidity preferred.
Fertilize: Weekly or bi-weekly with diluted orchid fertilizer during the growing season.
Prune: Remove dead flower spikes and yellowing leaves.
Propagation: Division or keiki (baby plant) propagation.
Pests: Monitor for pests like scale or aphids.
Ponytail Palm
Light: Bright and indirect light to full sun.
Water: Allow soil to dry out between waterings; drought tolerant.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix or cactus/ succulent mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Average room temperature and low humidity.
Fertilize: Sparingly, with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Prune: Remove dead or yellowing leaves as needed.
Propagation: Difficult; typically grown from seeds.
Pests: Generally, pest-resistant; occasionally susceptible to spider mites or mealybugs.
Bromeliad Plant
Light: Bright and indirect light.
Water: Keep the central cup filled with water and mist the foliage occasionally.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix or grow epiphytically on a mount.
Temperature/Humidity: Warm temperatures and moderate to high humidity.
Fertilize: Monthly with a diluted fertilizer during the growing season.
Prune: Remove spent flowers and dead leaves.
Propagation: Offsets or pups from the base of the plant.
Pests: Monitor for pests like aphids or scale.
Money Tree
Light: Bright and indirect light.
Water: Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Average room temperature and humidity.
Fertilize: Monthly during growing season with balanced fertilizer.
Prune: Trim as needed to maintain shape.
Propagation: Difficult; usually propagated through cuttings.
Pests: Monitor for pests like spider mites.
Parlour Palm
Light: Indirect light.
Water: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Average room temperature and humidity.
Fertilize: Monthly with diluted fertilizer during growing season.
Prune: Remove dead or damaged fronds.
Propagation: Difficult; typically done through seeds.
Pests: Watch for spider mites or scale insects.
Succulents (Echeveria, Hens & Chicks, Zebra, Graptopetalum, Adromischus, Lithops, Anacampseros, Delosperma, Peperomia, Dudleya, Pachyphytum, Aeonium, Sedum, Gasteria, Portulacaria, Tiger Jaw, Rosularia and etc.)
Light: Bright and indirect light to full sun.
Water: Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings; water sparingly.
Soil: Well-draining potting mix, such as cactus or succulent mix.
Temperature/Humidity: Thrive in warm temperatures and low humidity.
Fertilize: Infrequently, with a diluted succulent fertilizer during the growing season.
Prune: Remove dead or decaying leaves as needed.
Propagation: Easily propagated from leaves or stem cuttings.
Pests: Watch for pests like aphids or mealybugs.
Disclaimer: The information provided is for general guidance only. Please consult with a veterinarian or plant expert before introducing new plants into your home, especially if you have pets. The author is not liable for any consequences resulting from the use of this information.
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