Safer for Pets and Wildlife
Our furry and feathered friends often explore every nook of the yard, putting them at risk if chemicals are present. Avoiding pesticides keeps curious pets—and visiting wildlife—safe from accidental poisoning. It’s heartwarming to watch squirrels forage among the flower beds without worrying about toxic residues!
I chose to surround my garden with catnip (Nepeta cataria), native to Europe and Asia and naturalized (but not invasive) in many regions, to keep my cats entertained without risk. When I garden pesticide-free, they happily bat at the minty-leaved stalks, and I rest easy knowing they’re not ingesting harmful substances.