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Pet-friendly plants for homes with cats and dogs
For a Hong Kong home with cats or dogs, this page lists plants currently classified as pet-friendly. Confirm each plant’s identity and safety information before ordering. Non-toxic does not mean edible: discourage chewing and keep compost and fertiliser out of reach.
8 plants · from HK$480
THREE THINGS TO CHECK
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IdentityConfirm the full plant name
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PlacementUse stable pots; limit access
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MaterialsKeep compost and fertiliser out of reach
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Find a plant for your space
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Individual plants
Areca Palm
Areca Palm — Feathery, arching fronds that soften a living room, studio or office corner.
- Light: Bright light indoors, protected from sudden intense western sun.
- Watering: Water as the surface dries, maintaining even moisture with drainage.
Hong Kong care guide: Areca Palm (light, watering & common issues)
Before & after purchase · Plantshop Care Encyclopedia
Breadfruit Tree
Breadfruit Tree — A tropical tree with very large, deeply lobed leaves, best suited to a sunny terrace or garden.
- Light: Outdoor full sun to partial sun; indoors is suitable only for short display periods.
- Watering: Water new and container plants by soil moisture, adjusting once established.
Flowering, fruiting and delivery: Mature trees often fruit during warm, rainy periods. For this potted foliage plant in Hong Kong, no fixed flowering or fruiting season is confirmed, and either may be absent on arrival. Ask about the current batch before ordering if this matters.
Hong Kong care guide: Breadfruit Tree (light, watering & common issues)
Before & after purchase · Plantshop Care Encyclopedia
Everfresh Tree
Finger Lady Palm
Finger Lady Palm — Clusters of fan-shaped fronds on slim canes, with a calm, upright habit.
- Light: Bright light indoors, protected from sudden intense western sun.
- Watering: Water as the surface dries, maintaining even moisture with drainage.
Hong Kong care guide: Finger Lady Palm (light, watering & common issues)
Before & after purchase · Plantshop Care Encyclopedia
Money Tree
Money Tree — A canopy of hand-shaped green leaves; a popular gift for openings and new homes.
- Light: Bright indirect light; tolerates partial shade but avoid sudden harsh sun.
- Watering: Water thoroughly after the top 2–4 cm dries, then empty the saucer.
Hong Kong care guide: Money Tree (Pachira) (light, watering & common issues)
Before & after purchase · Plantshop Care Encyclopedia
Olive Tree
Olive Tree brings Mediterranean character to a sunny balcony or rooftop, with grey-green leaves, silvery undersides and a sculptural trunk. Give it around 6 hours or more of direct sun daily. Pale walls and warm wood make a quiet backdrop for its natural form.
Approx. 1.7–1.8 m overall, including the nursery pot.
Ruffled Fan Palm
Thorny Bamboo
Thorny Bamboo — Upright, jointed canes that add a clean vertical line to a terrace or doorway.
Hong Kong care guide: Thorny Bamboo (light, watering & common issues)
Before & after purchase · Plantshop Care Encyclopedia
Plant bundles
CHOOSE FOR YOUR SPACE
Start with where it will live
Which plants suit a home with cats or dogs?
Look first at plants on the ASPCA non-toxic list, such as Areca Palm, Money Tree, Finger Lady Palm, Ruffled Fan Palm and Olive Tree. Palms suit a floor corner; Money Tree needs a spot with good window light. Non-toxic does not mean edible, so keep discouraging chewing.
Start with the plant’s identity
Common names can overlap. Confirm the plant’s identity and a reliable toxicity reference before ordering. The ASPCA listing is a reference, not a certification of a shop or product.
Make the whole arrangement secure
Place floor plants on a stable surface rather than an unsteady high stand. Keep fertiliser, compost and standing water out of reach. Where pets tend to chew, use physical separation to manage access.
| Plant | Light | Plant height | Care level | Price |
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| Areca Palm | Near a Window | 150-170cm | Beginner Friendly | HK$580 |
| Breadfruit Tree | Loves Full Sun | 130-150cm | Beginner Friendly | HK$680 |
| Everfresh Tree | Likes Some Sun | Approx. 125 cm | Easy-going | HK$1,280 |
| Finger Lady Palm | Near a Window | 130-150cm | Easy-going | HK$580 |
| Money Tree | Near a Window | 150-170cm | Beginner Friendly | HK$480 |
| Olive Tree | Loves Full Sun | 170cm or Above | Needs Some Care | HK$880 |
| Ruffled Fan Palm | Near a Window | 150-170cm | Needs Some Care | HK$1,080 |
| Thorny Bamboo | Likes Some Sun | 150-170cm | Beginner Friendly | HK$480 |
| Home setting | Plant to compare | Sizes | Safety checks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homes with cats or dogs | This pet-friendly selection | See product options | Confirm identity; discourage chewing |
References: ASPCA — Areca Palm
Before you order
Does non-toxic mean my pet can chew it?
No. A non-toxic plant is not pet food. Discourage chewing and contact a vet if a pet becomes unwell after eating any plant.
Why should I check the scientific name?
Similar common names can refer to different plants. A scientific name helps match the plant to reliable toxicity information.
Is natural fertiliser always safe?
No. Follow the product instructions and store all fertilisers where pets cannot reach them.
How do I stop my cat knocking over or chewing a plant?
Use a heavy, stable pot and keep it away from ledges a cat can jump from. If chewing continues, move the plant to a room the pet cannot enter and keep the compost surface clean.
What if my pet eats a leaf or compost?
Stop them eating more, note the plant name and roughly how much, and contact a vet promptly. Even non-toxic plants can upset the stomach if eaten in quantity.
How long does delivery take in Hong Kong?
Delivery normally takes 3–7 business days after ordering to Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories, excluding outlying islands. The date still needs confirmation; public holidays and severe weather can cause delays.
How much does delivery cost?
Delivery is free on orders of HK$1,500 or more; otherwise, it costs HK$200. Direct lift access carries no stair charge; carrying upstairs costs HK$50 per floor. Please ask us about unusual access.
What if my plant arrives with a health issue?
Contact us within seven days with your order number and photographs of the plant. Claims are handled under the returns policy; the health promise does not cover every reason for an exchange.
