Best Plants for Cat Owners

Every plant we sell is non-toxic to cats and dogs, but some are simply better for life with cats. These are our picks for cat homes: trailing plants you can hang out of reach, sturdy plants that bounce back from a nibble, and easy growers that won't mind a curious paw.

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How we picked these plants

Hanging and trailing plants

Hoyas, string of hearts, lipstick plants and trailing peperomias look great in a hanging pot or on a high shelf, where they're out of reach of swatting paws.

Plants that handle a nibble

Spider plants, parlor palms and areca palms grow quickly and recover well if a cat chews a leaf or two. Many cats especially love spider plants.

Easy, forgiving growers

Money trees, ponytail palms and baby rubber plants are tough, low-maintenance plants that suit busy pet households.

Common questions

Why does my cat chew on plants?

Cats chew plants out of curiosity, boredom, or because they like the texture. Offering a pot of cat grass can steer them away from your houseplants.

What happens if my cat eats a non-toxic plant?

Non-toxic plants won't poison your cat, but eating a lot of any plant can cause a mild upset stomach or vomiting. If your cat seems unwell, call your vet.

How do I keep my cat off my plants?

Hang trailing plants or place them on high shelves, cover the soil with larger stones so it isn't tempting to dig, and give your cat its own cat grass.

Which common houseplants are toxic to cats?

Common ones include lilies, pothos, philodendron, snake plant, aloe, jade and dieffenbachia. Lilies are especially dangerous for cats. See our pet-safe alternatives for safe swaps.

Browse all pet-safe plants or our low light plants.