Cat-Safe Flowers to Gift Your Mom This Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate the amazing moms in our lives—whether they’re moms to children, cats, or both. Flowers are a classic, thoughtful gift, but if your mom shares her home with a feline friend, there’s one important detail you shouldn't overlook: not all flowers are safe for cats.

Many common flowers, like lilies, tulips, and daffodils, are toxic to cats and can cause serious health issues if ingested. But don’t worry—there are plenty of gorgeous, cat-safe blooms that will brighten your mom’s day and keep her furry companion out of harm’s way. Here are four cat-friendly flowers that make a perfect gift this Mother’s Day.

Roses

A timeless symbol of love, roses are not only beautiful but also safe for cats. While the petals are non-toxic, it’s best to remove the thorns from the stems to avoid any accidental pokes or scratches if your mom’s cat gets curious. Whether you go with romantic reds or soft pastels, roses are a safe and elegant choice.

Sunflowers

Bright, bold, and full of cheer, sunflowers are another cat-safe favorite. Their large, sunny blooms make a big statement and bring warmth to any room. They’re also sturdy enough to handle a little feline curiosity without falling apart easily. Just make sure the arrangement doesn’t include harmful filler plants like eucalyptus or baby’s breath.

Orchids

Elegant and long-lasting, orchids are a wonderful gift that adds a touch of sophistication to any space. Most common varieties, such as the Phalaenopsis orchid, are non-toxic to cats. Whether gifted as cut flowers or in a potted plant, orchids are a beautiful and safe option—as long as they’re kept out of reach of curious paws.

Snapdragons

Snapdragons are tall, colorful flowers that bring texture and personality to a bouquet. They come in a range of soft pastels and vibrant hues and are completely safe for cats. Their striking shape makes them a perfect way to add height and charm to a Mother’s Day bouquet—without posing any risk to curious cats.

A Safe and Thoughtful Gift for Every Cat Mom

Even with cat-safe flowers, it’s a good idea to place arrangements somewhere cats can’t easily access—like a high shelf or a closed-off room. While these blooms are generally non-toxic, eating any plant in large amounts can still cause a bit of stomach upset.

At CatGenie, we’re all about making life easier and safer for pet parents, whether that means a self-cleaning litter box or thoughtful lifestyle tips like this one. This Mother’s Day, give the cat moms in your life a gift that’s as safe as it is beautiful.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there—human and feline alike!