Here are our curated suggestions for some of the best dog friendly outdoor plants that can decorate your house.
Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis)
Big, bold flowers for sunny gardens — your cat can sniff but won’t get poisoned.
Price (INR): 250–800
Other Attributes: Full sun; flowering shrub; pet-safe
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Hardy shrub, fragrant leaves, Indian-friendly terrace plant, safe for dogs.
Price (INR): 200–500
Other Attributes: Full sun; perennial herb; pet-safe
Marigold (Tagetes erecta / T. patula)
Classic garden plant, sun-lover, cat-safe, adds instant color.
Price (INR): 50–150
Other Attributes: Full sun; seasonal; low-maintenance; pet-safe
Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea glabra)
Vibrant, hardy climber — thrives on terraces, cats won’t eat the thorns.
Price (INR): 400–1,200
Other Attributes: Full sun; drought-tolerant; pet-safe
Jasmine (Jasminum sambac)
Fragrant white flowers for evening terraces — zero toxicity to cats.
Price (INR): 200–600
Other Attributes: Full sun to partial sun; flowering climber; pet-safe
Areca Palm (Dypsis lutescens)
Mini tree or shrub — fragrant leaves, thrives outdoors, safe for cats.
Price (INR): 300–800
Other Attributes: Full sun; evergreen; pet-safe
Bottlebrush (Callistemon citrinus)
Showy red flowers, hardy, and non-toxic for outdoor cats.
Price (INR): 400–1,000
Other Attributes: Full sun; flowering shrub; pet-safe
Lantana (Lantana camara – non-toxic variety)
Colorful clusters, heat-tolerant, perfect for terraces — use cat-safe varieties.
Price (INR): 150–400
Other Attributes: Full sun; drought-tolerant; pet-safe
Sun Hemp (Crotalaria juncea)
Fast-growing, nitrogen-fixing, safe for cats — ideal for terrace greenery.
Price (INR): 50–150
Other Attributes: Full sun; annual; pet-safe
Curry Leaf (Murraya koenigii – edible)
Functional plant: grows well, fragrant, and cats are safe around it.
Price (INR): 200–600
Other Attributes: Full sun; small tree/shrub; pet-safe
Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides)
Glossy leaves, fragrant blooms, perfect for shaded terraces.
Price (INR): 300–900
Other Attributes: Partial sun; evergreen; pet-safe
Hibiscus Mutabilis / Confederate Rose (Hibiscus mutabilis)
Huge blooms, sun-tolerant, cat-safe — dramatic garden vibes.
Price (INR): 400–1,000
Other Attributes: Full sun; perennial shrub; pet-safe
Plumeria / Frangipani (Plumeria rubra)
Exotic, sun-loving, outdoor classic; cats won’t chew leaves.
Price (INR): 500–1,500
Other Attributes: Full sun; flowering small tree; pet-safe
Canna Lily (Canna indica)
Tropical flair, survives heat and rain, safe for pets.
Price (INR): 150–400
Other Attributes: Full sun; perennial; pet-safe
Pentas (Pentas lanceolata)
Butterfly-friendly, hardy, colorful, and cat-safe.
Price (INR): 200–500
Other Attributes: Full sun; flowering perennial; pet-safe
Clitoria / Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea)
Vibrant blue climber; non-toxic, fun for terrace planters.
Price (INR): 100–300
Other Attributes: Full sun; flowering climber; pet-safe
Hibiscus Mutabilis (small shrub variant)
Sun-loving, huge blooms, cat-safe — perfect for open terraces.
Price (INR): 400–1,000
Other Attributes: Full sun; perennial; pet-safe
Ruellia / Mexican Petunia (Ruellia simplex)
Purple flowers, hardy, tolerates terrace conditions, safe for cats.
Price (INR): 150–400
Other Attributes: Full sun; perennial; pet-safe
Creeping Thyme (Thymus serpyllum)
Low-growing, fragrant ground cover, cats can safely walk on it.
Price (INR): 150–300
Other Attributes: Full sun; spreading; pet-safe
Cat Grass (Triticum aestivum / Avena sativa)
The only plant my cat is allowed to eat — keeps them off the others.
Price (INR): 50–200
Other Attributes: Bright light; edible for cats; indoor-friendly
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