Looking for (preferably *pet-safe*) tall indoor plant rec...
Hi #GregGang! Happy #TransformationTuesday! I’m looking to transform my space by adding a large/tall plant. I’ve done some research, but I would love to hear from you guys. Does anyone have any experience with big plants? I’m looking for something:
• that gets really tall 🔝 (preferably free-standing as opposed to using climbing stakes) #bigplants #tallplants]
• easy to care for 🖤 (because it’s hard keeping up with 70 plants lol) #easycareonly #LowMaintenance #IndoorOasis #Indoorplants]
• somewhat adaptable 😎 (i.e. okay with average household humidity/temp, etc.) #LowLightPlants #resilientplants]
• preferably pet-safe 🐈⬛ (although thankfully my cat isn’t interested in chewing plant leaves anymore, the most he’ll do is occasionally smack or swat at the leaves) #PetsAndPlants #PetsOfGreg #CatsOfGreg #PetSafePlants]
So far I’ve been looking at:
1. #MoneyTree
2. #FicusElasticaTineke or #FicusElasticaRuby
3. #SwissCheesePlant
4. #KentiaPalm or #LadyPalm
5. #BirdOfParadise
…but I’m open to any and all suggestions! I’m just curious to hear about y’all’s experiences with tall plants and any #advice or #recommendations you might have to share! Thanks #Greggers 🙂
• that gets really tall 🔝 (preferably free-standing as opposed to using climbing stakes) #bigplants #tallplants]
• easy to care for 🖤 (because it’s hard keeping up with 70 plants lol) #easycareonly #LowMaintenance #IndoorOasis #Indoorplants]
• somewhat adaptable 😎 (i.e. okay with average household humidity/temp, etc.) #LowLightPlants #resilientplants]
• preferably pet-safe 🐈⬛ (although thankfully my cat isn’t interested in chewing plant leaves anymore, the most he’ll do is occasionally smack or swat at the leaves) #PetsAndPlants #PetsOfGreg #CatsOfGreg #PetSafePlants]
So far I’ve been looking at:
1. #MoneyTree
2. #FicusElasticaTineke or #FicusElasticaRuby
3. #SwissCheesePlant
4. #KentiaPalm or #LadyPalm
5. #BirdOfParadise
…but I’m open to any and all suggestions! I’m just curious to hear about y’all’s experiences with tall plants and any #advice or #recommendations you might have to share! Thanks #Greggers 🙂
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@pjavier oh yeah i’ve heard those are good! personally trying to stay away from the dracaenas bc they’re a bit more toxic to cats due to their active toxic principal saponins that can affect a cat’s nervous system. usually if i bring a “toxic” plant into the house, i try to make sure that the potential side effects would only be uncomfortable (e.g. oral irritation) as opposed to dangerous (e.g. dracaenas can cause depression/anorexia/dilated pupils/etc.). but it sucks that they’re more toxic, because they’re definitely pretty and seem easy to care for!
What do you think about the #FiddleLeafFig? #FicusLyrata
I saw some recently at a local nursery and they were HUGE and so gorgeous with the big ol’ leaves. Also, my neighbor has one in her window and I love to walk by it everyday, instant happiness!
Otherwise, I recommend the #4 on your list, so beautiful!
I saw some recently at a local nursery and they were HUGE and so gorgeous with the big ol’ leaves. Also, my neighbor has one in her window and I love to walk by it everyday, instant happiness!
Otherwise, I recommend the #4 on your list, so beautiful!
@LadyAlula i’m interested in the ficus lyrata bush form — i heard those are better for beginners (i’m super intimidated by standard fiddle leaf figs lol, i’ve heard they’re super fussy)
@tmbryant37 just checked on the aspca website and while they are toxic, i’m more comfortable with their level of toxicity (potential side effects include nausea/vomiting/diarrhea). if for some reason my cat got into it, it would definitely be uncomfortable, but doesn’t sound ultimately dangerous 😅
@RJG thanks for the suggestions! definitely interested in a snake plant. wondering if there’s any way for us to submit corrections for specific plant pages? @pjavier noticed that dracaena was marked as pet safe on the discover page, and i’d love to be able to correct this/other plant pages if possible!
@lazyplantparent I think this plant you’re looking for doesn’t exist. I think you’ll have to bite the bullet and get a toxic plant
My initial thought was snake, I have many and have had them around 3 cats that haven't showed interest. That said, cats 😼.
From your list I would say #ficus all day. I've had great luck with mine and while they prefer more light, I've had luck with lower light conditions. My current one was pruned at 10' then again at 8'. You could always add a grow light if you're planning a big plant that likely won't be moving around so you could pick a light/lamp you like for it and not have to worry about moving it around too.
From your list I would say #ficus all day. I've had great luck with mine and while they prefer more light, I've had luck with lower light conditions. My current one was pruned at 10' then again at 8'. You could always add a grow light if you're planning a big plant that likely won't be moving around so you could pick a light/lamp you like for it and not have to worry about moving it around too.
@pjavier lol it’s all good, i just get so overwhelmed bc trying to research plants online is such a frustrating experience with all the conflicting info out there versus the real tea i hear from people irl ugh 😂 but i actually have a small money tree (he’s just a wee lad, maybe a foot tall), and it’s so easy for me! he’s not picky at all! i’ve had him in medium light, bright light, forgotten to water, and he’s still hanging in there 😅
I think a #MoneyTree is right for you then. It grows tall (🙈), it’s pet friendly, and you know how to keep it happy!
@lazyplantparent I have two money trees and no regrets. My first had only one shoot survived because my Yorkie would get impatient with me and pluck off a leaf and bark. In this process only one shoot survived that is now 6 ft and for my new one is about 3 ft only three shoots survived in the braid but it's so much better. I'm also considering the bird of paradise myself I read that they're very easy and easy is good for me
You could also try a ginger- alpinia purpurata; mine has been super easy so far and very banana-like in looks and growth. #RedGinger Bird of paradise is a great choice in my opinion too!
I can’t keep a money tree alive to save my life sadly; but my Ficus Ruby is where it’s at! Super easy and non-fussy, but loves as much sunlight as I can give it…so a non variegated version would require less light :)