If you’re a keen gardener, you might want to take note of this list of seven common plants that could be harmful to your pets. Some of them can cause serious illness if touched or eaten
If you’re fortunate enough to have a garden and enjoy tending to it, then this is something you’ll want to pay attention to.
Garden experts from GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk have explained some common plants that could potentially harm your pets. While the plants mentioned aren’t life-threatening, they can cause irritation, burning sensations, and digestive problems in pets if ingested.
These are the seven plants they’ve listed, according to the Express:
1. Rhubarb
Rhubarb leaves are toxic not only to humans but also to dogs. If you cultivate this fruit in your garden, we Brits know we can eat the stems when making our rhubarb crumble. However, keep the leaves out of reach of your pets.
2. Foxglove
This plant might already be growing in your garden as it’s a common flower. Despite this, the plant contains cardiac glycosides which can affect our dogs’ hearts. Although poisonings from Foxglove are rare, it’s still a caution for those who have it in their gardens.
3. Hemlock Water Dropwort
You may not recognise this name, but it’s also known as poison parsnip. It can be poisonous to dogs if eaten. And let’s not forget, it can also be harmful to humans if consumed. Touching the sap on the plant can result in an unpleasant rash and blistering.
4. Giant Hogweed
This plant can be dangerous if touched, and despite being related to carrots, it can cause nasty blisters and burns.
5. Arum Maculatum
This woodland flowering plant, also called Cuckoo-pint, can irritate your pet’s skin.
6. Daffodil
It might be surprising to learn this spring flower can make your dog vomit or even have convulsions, so it’s best to keep them from digging these up on walks.
7. Lily of the Valley
Lastly, while this plant is known for its gorgeous scent, it’s toxic and can leave your pet dizzy, vomiting, and with an unpleasant rash.
A spokesperson from Garden Buildings Direct said: “Many homeowners choose garden plants based on them being attractive and low-maintenance. However, we are urging green-fingered Brits to educate themselves on some of the more dangerous plants that could be lurking in their garden.”
“Many of the most attractive plants could leave you or your pets feeling under the weather if you come into contact with them.”
