Deadly Daisies & 32 Other Plants Poisonous to Pets

This year’s Chelsea Fringe garden festival saw the opening of the Poisonous Pawtanical Garden at the Horniman Museum & Gardens. The ingenious idea is part of pet insurer MORE TH>N’s campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of household plants and flowers pose to our pets, with the stunning botanical showcase highlighting the many common garden plants that can pose a threat to our pets.

The Pawtanical Garden at the Chelsea Fringe showcases common plants that are toxic to pets.

Despite the fact a shocking 8% of canines and felines in Britain have eaten poisonous plants or flowers, of which 43% subsequently needed urgent veterinary care, one in three pet owners admit they have no idea if the plants and flowers in their garden are poisonous to their pets.

So inspired by the Poisonous Pawtanical Garden, here is our guide to common toxic plants and flowers:

If you think your pet has eaten any toxic plants, flowers, or in fact any toxic substances, contact your vet immediately. Take along samples of the plant to the vet or preferably any identification label, tag or pot information you may still have for the plant that has been eaten.

And whilst we aren’t suggesting all you avid gardeners rip up your flower beds, it is worth considering what plants and flowers you choose to plant in your garden and be aware of the potential risks. There are many plants and flowers out there that aren’t toxic to pets – so you can still have a garden which is colourful and interesting, yet still safe for your pets.