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Nurseries rarely warn you when a “pretty” plant can harm kids and pets. In this video, we break down 7 popular sellers that can send a loved one to the ER and the safe look-alikes that give you the same beauty without the risk. Real stories, clear guidance, and simple swaps you can make today.

⚠️ Quick Safety Note
Save these now:
• People: National Poison Control — 1-800-222-1222
• Pets: ASPCA Animal Poison Control — 1-888-426-4435 (consultation fee)

What you’ll learn
• Which common nursery plants are toxic and why
• How exposure happens in real life (smoke, sap, pollen, seeds, vase water)
• Safer alternatives with the same color, height, and vibe
• Practical steps to protect kids, dogs, and cats

Chapters
0:00 Why this matters for every gardener
1:05 Plant #1 Oleander → Safer: Hibiscus
4:02 Plant #2 Foxglove → Safer: Snapdragons
6:33 Plant #3 Dieffenbachia → Safer: Parlor Palm, Boston Fern
9:02 Plant #4 Sago Palm → Safer: Areca Palm, Ponytail Palm
11:45 Plant #5 Castor Bean → Safer: Elephant Ear, Canna Lily
14:36 Plant #6 Azalea/Rhododendron → Safer: Camellia, Viburnum
17:15 Plant #7 Lilies (true lilies) → Safer: Orchids, Roses
19:00 Safety tips that actually help
19:35 Final thoughts and next steps

Safer swaps at a glance
• Oleander → Hibiscus
• Foxglove → Snapdragons
• Dieffenbachia → Parlor Palm or Boston Fern
• Sago Palm → Areca Palm or Ponytail Palm
• Castor Bean → Elephant Ear or Canna Lily
• Azalea/Rhododendron → Camellia or Viburnum
• Lilies (Easter, Asiatic, Tiger, Stargazer) → Orchids or Roses

5 fast safety tips

Google a plant’s scientific name + “toxic” before buying

Favor “pet-safe” and “kid-safe” tags in stores

Separate zones: fence or block access to risky plants

Teach kids not to taste or play with unknown plants

Replace high-risk plants with safe alternatives during your next refresh

Gear and ideas mentioned
• Gloves and eye protection for pruning
• Pet-safe, kid-safe plant lists for your zone
• Planter labels to mark toxic areas if you can’t remove them yet

Comment prompt
Which plant surprised you most? Have you swapped any of these out at home? Tell us what you replaced and what you chose instead.

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