How To Keep Cats Out Of Plants
How to keep your cats out of your plants
Any cat owner knows the trials and tribulations that come with wanting a home that’s both feline and flora friendly. Cats are infamously curious, and unfortunately, houseplants are of high interest to our feline friends. One of our co-founders is a cat (Léon, of Léon & George!), so we know firsthand how difficult it can be.
Luckily, there are a handful of natural solutions for keeping cats off plants. Of course, you may consider only non-toxic plants that are safe for cats to nibble on just in case, but keep in mind that most common houseplants considered “toxic” are only mildly so and will rarely cause any real harm to your pet.
Citrus
Cats don't love the smell of citrus. Make your plant smell "bad" to your pets (and good to you!) by misting it with lemon juice diluted in water. Similarly, try leaving a few lemon or orange peels on top of the soil.
Vinegar
The smell of vinegar is also a great deterrent for cats. Vinegar is too acidic to spray directly on the plant, but try cleaning the ceramic pot with a vinegar solution every few weeks to keep curious pets at bay.
Decorative rocks
Deter digging with decorative rocks or stones atop the soil of your plants. These come in all sizes, shapes and colors, and finding something that's also aesthetically pleasing should be easy!
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