Toxic flowers to keep away from animals

Flowers and plants are some of the best, smell-good items to decorate your home with! You don’t need to tell us twice. We love when flowers become decor. There are a few things you should know though if you have animals at home! Some flowers and plants are toxic to animals if eaten, so we want to make sure your fur babies are safe in their happy place!   

Toxic flowers and plants to animals


Of the lily family:

  • Lily
  • Tiger lily
  • Easter lily
  • Tulips
  • Calla Lily

Holiday stems:

  • Holly
  • Mistletoe
  • Poinsettia

Popular bouquet flowers:

  • Iris
  • Peony
  • Dahlia
  • Babies Breath
  • Carnation
  • Birds of Paradise
  • Daffodil
  • Hydrangea
  • Gladiola
Blue Hydrangea - build your own flower arrangement
Red carnation - build your own flower arrangements with BOKAY

If you’re ever wondering if a specific flower is toxic to your animals, don’t hesitate to reach out to us and ask! We want to make sure your beloved pets are safe and enjoying the flowers as much as you are.

*This list is not comprehensive and you should check with your florist and vet about any possible toxic flowers for your pets. 

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