Creating a vibrant indoor garden while ensuring the safety of your pets and toddlers can be a balancing act. Luckily, there are plenty of plants that are both beautiful and non-toxic, making them perfect for homes with curious little ones and furry friends. Here are our top 7 picks for pet and toddler-friendly plants, offering a variety of sizes, care requirements, and colours to suit any space.
1. Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum)
Meet the Spider Plant, the Houdini of houseplants. It’s nearly impossible to kill, making it perfect for even the blackest of thumbs. Its cascading green and white striped leaves will add a touch of elegance to any room, and it’s a master air purifier.
2. Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata)
The Boston Fern is the hairdo your home didn’t know it needed. With lush, feathery fronds that scream tropical vacation, this plant thrives in indirect light and loves a good misting. It’s the perfect humidity-loving green friend for your bathroom.
3. Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens)
Looking for a statement piece? The Areca Palm is your go-to. This tall, feathery beauty brings the beach vibes indoors and thrives on bright, indirect light and moderate watering. It’s like having a slice of paradise in your living room.
4. Parlor Palm (Chamaedorea elegans)
The Parlor Palm is the sophisticated, low-maintenance guest you’ve always wanted. It’s perfect for small spaces, tolerates low light, and asks for nothing more than occasional watering. Plus, it’s non-toxic, making it safe for curious pets and kids.
5. Baby Rubber Plant (Peperomia obtusifolia)
The Baby Rubber Plant is the plant version of a low-maintenance friend. With its thick, glossy leaves, this compact cutie thrives in moderate to bright indirect light and only needs occasional watering. It’s the perfect desk companion or shelf accent.
6. Calathea (Calathea spp.)
Calathea are the diva of the plant world, and they know it. With vibrant, colorful foliage that can feature shades of green, pink, white, or purple, it’s sure to be a showstopper. These stars enjoy low to medium light and high humidity – just mist them regularly and watch it thrive.
