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Now that the warm weather is here, more and more people are out in their gardens. Which means our pets are probably out there with us also. Rebecca Kolls of Rebecca’s Garden on HGTV gives us some great tips to plant a garden with your pet in mind.
When planning your summer garden, keep in mind a garden appropriate for your pets. So many times people complain that their dogs ruin their yard and gardens. A good hint is to watch your dog when he is in your yard. Dogs usually have a path that they follow around the yard - so don’t plant anything in their path!
Do you have yellow spots in your yard from your dog? Try feeding him tomatoes or tomato juice. The acid in the tomatoes has a tendency to break down the urine, which in turn won’t yellow your lawn.
There are organic products you can use on your lawn that won’t harm your pets such as a product containing corn gluten. And, since you can’t be sure what your neighbors have put on their lawns, after walking your dog remember to wash his paws.
Plants to Avoid:
Azalea, baby’s breath, castor beans, clematis, dianthus, English ivy, foxglove, grapes, geranium, hops, lily of the valley, lantana, oleander, morning glory, narcissus, primrose, tulip bulbs, stargazer and tiger lilies (cats only) and yew.
Plants that are Good for your Pet:
Catnip, which your cat is naturally drawn to. It also works as an intestinal cleanser and cats will seek it out if their stomachs are upset.
Marigolds, nasturtiums and members of the garlic family are well known to organic gardeners as natural de-buggers and help you keep those fleas away.
Parsley, which is high in iron as well as being a natural breath deodorizer.
Master Gardener Rebecca Kolls hosts the nationally syndicated Home & Garden Television Network (HGTV) series “Rebecca’s Garden” and has served as the gardening and lifestyle contributor for ABC’s “Good Morning America” since 1999. Her show has spawned several spin-off entities including the new gardening and lifestyle magazine “Seasons” and the book “Rebecca’s Garden: Four Seasons to Grow On.”