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Is Agastache 'Blue Fortune' toxic to cats?

Agastache 'Blue Fortune'

Non-toxic to cats

No — agastache 'blue fortune' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. Agastache foeniculum (anise hyssop), the dominant parent of 'Blue Fortune', is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses. As with any plant, eating large amounts may cause mild, transient stomach upset, but it is not considered toxic. Identify correctly, as some other Agastache species and true hyssop (Hyssopus) differ.

Is agastache 'blue fortune' toxic to cats? — FAQ

Is agastache 'blue fortune' toxic to cats?

No — agastache 'blue fortune' is listed by the ASPCA as non-toxic to cats. It is a sensible choice for a home with a cat; a curious nibble will not poison them, though no plant is meant to be eaten. Agastache foeniculum (anise hyssop), the dominant parent of 'Blue Fortune', is ASPCA-listed as non-toxic to cats, dogs and horses. As with any plant, eating large amounts may cause mild, transient stomach upset, but it is not considered toxic. Identify correctly, as some other Agastache species and true hyssop (Hyssopus) differ.

Is agastache 'blue fortune' safe for cats?

Yes — the ASPCA lists agastache 'blue fortune' as non-toxic to cats and dogs. A cat that chews a large amount of any foliage can still get a mild, brief stomach upset, so discourage grazing, but it will not be poisoned.

Is agastache 'blue fortune' toxic to dogs too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Agastache 'Blue Fortune' is non-toxic to dogs as well. See the full agastache 'blue fortune' pet-safety guide for both species.

What other plants are safe for cats?

Reliable ASPCA non-toxic picks for a cat home include spider plant, calathea, parlor palm, peperomia, and most true ferns. Browse the best cats-safe plants list to check more before you buy.

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