Tag: Pet Safety

Posted on 05/19/2024

Keep Your Pets Safe and Pollinators Happy With Pentas & These Other Flowering Plants

When planning an outdoor garden, many want to prioritize plants that attract and support local pollinators. Bees, butterflies and hummingbirds can add an enjoyable presence to your yard and help your plants and local ecosystem thrive. However, it's also important to protect and support your own animal friends. While many popular flowers and plants are toxic to dogs...

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Posted on 02/04/2024

Umbrella Plant & Other Toxic Indoor Trees Pet Owners Should Know

Unfortunately, many popular houseplants are toxic to pets. Many of the small tree varieties commonly grown as houseplants, like the umbrella plant, can make both humans and animals sick if ingested. Here is a basic guide to popular indoor trees pet owners should avoid: Umbrella Plant Umbrella plants are named for their whorl-pattern leaves creating a dense canopy...

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Houseplants

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Posted on 12/31/2023

Umbrella Plants: Basic Care Tips to Know

Schefflera, also called umbrella plant, is a popular indoor tree. The plant gets its name from the whorl-like pattern of its leaves resembling the top of an umbrella. The vibrant, glossy foliage creates a dense canopy at heights up to six feet indoors. If you're interested in growing an umbrella plant at home, here are some basic tips:...

Houseplants

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Posted on 07/24/2022

3 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe in a Hurricane

Preparing for a hurricane requires knowing how to keep everyone in your home safe--including your pets. Having an emergency plan for your pets as well as the people in your household will help you stay calm and safe if a hurricane happens in your area. Here are some tips for keeping your pets safe during a hurricane: Set...

Emergency Preparedness

Home Safety

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Posted on 10/17/2021

How to Incorporate Plants Into Your Bedroom Decor

Photo by Max Vakhtbovych from Pexels Keeping plants in your bedroom can have positive effects on your mental and physical health. It can also transform the entire look of a room and enhance a relaxing aesthetic. However, if you have a small bedroom, it’s hard to factor in house plants while avoiding unnecessary clutter. Here we will go...

Houseplants

Indoor Plants

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Posted on 08/29/2021

Sleep Better & Breathe Easier: The Benefits of Plants in Your Bedroom

Photo by Daria Shevtsova from Pexels Keeping indoor plants is a hobby for some and a matter of decoration for others. However, all houseplant owners benefit from the many health advantages of having living greenery in the home. In particular, houseplants in your bedroom can have a positive effect on both the aesthetic and your overall health. Here...

Bedroom

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