Gardening expert send huge warning over toxic trend that can be deadly to your pets
April is both International Gardening Month and International Pet Month, but the two don't always go hand in hand.
This gardening trend more and more people are taking part in could actually harm your pets, experts have warned.
Wildflowers will continue to be a huge gardening trend.
While they are beautiful and present numerous benefits for gardeners and biodiversity, gardening experts at Garden on a Roll warn that some plants could harm pets.
While most wildflower species are safe, a select few harbour substances harmful to cats and dogs if eaten.
Here is a list of wildflowers that could be toxic to your pets:
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Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis)
This fragrant and delicate flower may add charm to a garden, but its ingestion can lead to symptoms ranging from gastrointestinal upset to more severe cardiac issues in pets.
Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
Known for its tall spikes of tubular flowers, foxglove contains toxins that can cause cardiac abnormalities and gastrointestinal distress if consumed by pets.
Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale)
Despite its attractive appearance, the autumn crocus contains toxins that can result in severe gastrointestinal upset, kidney failure, and even death in pets.
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Daffodil (Narcissus spp.)
While daffodils are a cheerful addition to spring gardens, all parts of the plant, especially the bulbs, contain toxins that can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and even cardiac arrhythmias in pets.
Azalea (Rhododendron spp.)
These vibrant flowering shrubs are admired for their colourful blooms, but ingestion of any part of the azalea plant can lead to symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, and even coma in pets.
Garden expert and Founder of Garden on a Roll, Antony Henn said: "As we all embrace the current trend for wildflowers and appreciate their simple beauty and ecological value, it is really important to consider your pets who obviously use your garden too."
He said "old favourites" such as Azalea and Foxglove are harmful to pets but advised keeping them behind "wire mesh" if you want to keep them in your garden - while ensuring your pets are safe.
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