Plants that are not poisonous to cats

[trayzee67]

HI all I hope you can assist, for quite a few years I have resisted  starting a  garden  as I am concerned about which basic plants are  poisionous to animals.. espically cats.  I have looked at various sites and RSPCA.. and local nursery cant give me a yes or no as they dont know. Very Frustrating!!.  I usually put plants in  pots,  as i seems to kill them with kindness.

And id like to build a hedge fence as I simply cant afford a new fence.

Id like to plant sucullents, 1st if possible as  land is so bare and dry  and then build apon that , I also want to create shade for my 3 cats too , but I am NOT a garden person as  I cant  maintain a Acre  and a half of land by myself!!     Any suggestions idea would  be  greatly and dearly appreciated. I would never forgive myself if i planted something and it harmed them . I live alone  and low maintence is key.   Many Thanks To all.                                                                                                                                                     Trayzee.

[greygardener · Accepted solution]

@trayzee67

You don't need to worry about your cats. Very few plants are toxic to them, and they will typically leave them alone anyway. 

But RSPCA Victoria do have a list that you might like to consult just for peace of mind - http://www.rspcavic.org/cats-toxic-plants

And here's some hedging suggestions - https://www.workshop.com.au/t5/Garden/Hedging-plant-suggestions-please/m-p/12511

Have you thought about a camelia for a front hedge? Once they get going they are very easy to look after. 

[trayzee67]

Hi @greygardener. Many Many thanks for your insight and knowlege, it is much appreciated.   I actually have thought about a front hedge, but i really need something to block the fence that is falling down between my neighbour and I. I would have paided for a basic fence , with some type of mesh.. basically to  keep neighbours dogs out. and to look decent.I did approach my neighbour who ive had for many years and is a lovely lady.. but she cant go halves ( $ 750.00 ) .  and i really dont want to do the whole mediation thing, as i actually LIKE and NEED my neighbours.  So I shall prevail and Yes I have looked at the RSPCA site (for QLD )  too.  Many Thanks again  @greygardener you have restored my faith.!!! Thank you again @greygardener.  Bye. @ trayzee67.

[AHoy]

@trayzee67

Are you able to post a photo of your fence? We might be able to help suggest ways to extend its life and keep the neighbourhood dogs out. Eg some chicken wire across the bottom?

[greygardener]

No problem @trayzee67. Perhaps just get something bushy that is very fast growing then. Pittosporum?

[trayzee67]

Hi Ahoy, Thanks  for your idea. yes i shall post a pic of the new fence i hired men to make.  Would love to hide neighbours area. shall post with in a few days. ( im still recovering from helping the men make it!!  too many bruises and cuts at moment.  thanks again Ahoy.     

I may need some plant advice as i bought a hardy plant but it did not have name of plant.  Talk soon.  AHOY.

[trayzee67]

Hi all

Here are the fence Pictures You requested, and I also have posted some piics of Plants , that i have no idea what they are called? Bunnings no help and local nursery were the same . Ive never heard off "Pittosporum just wondering if they would grow on the darling downs and we seem to have blacksoil. : (

[trayzee67]

HI Ahoy  please find pics of Fence (redone) and  some plants i have no idea what they are called, hoping someone could identify them for me. Have tried Bunnings, local nursery, even plant books. if anyone can help , would be gretly appreciated.   Was wondering  also as I have never heard of PITTOSPORUM which you mentioned  im wondering if they will grow in the darling downs and  where we are we have black soil : (.   Any help  suggestions from  others  greatley appreciated.   Will have to buy plant in tubing stages, due to amount of ???s spent Just on 3 basic items.  THanks all. Fence in front of home 1Fence in front of home 2.New Fence at back of yard. runs a straight line 25 metres.New Fence Pic 2.??? Name.???Name.Name???Name???Name???Name??

[greygardener]

I would be surprised if pittosporum didn't do well - they seem to thrive anywhere. 

This might help you - https://www.bunnings.com.au/diy-advice/garden/planting-and-growing/10-fast-growing-plants-for-privac...

[trayzee67]

HI Grey Gardener , 

Many thanks for your reply.. yes I have looked at these on Bunnings Page too. I shall be having a good look at  some of these in the next week.  Thanks for your help.