While Aloe Vera is celebrated for its healing properties, its latex can be toxic if ingested by pets, causing severe abdominal pain. To ensure safety, avoid planting Aloe Vera in your garden and use store-bought aloe products for treating burns
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Although mint is wonderfully aromatic, its underground stems are highly invasive. If not contained, it can spread throughout your yard like a weed. To manage this, plant mint in a container rather than a garden bed.
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Castor Bean grows rapidly and produces clusters of flowers with large leaves. Its seeds contain ricin, a potent toxin that can be fatal if just four seeds are chewed. This plant is highly toxic to both children and pets.
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Periwinkle is highly invasive, spreading through sprawling stems that form roots even in deserted forest areas. It can choke native plants and degrade animal habitats. Additionally, it hosts bacteria that cause Pierce’s disease, which is harmful to grapevines.
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While blackberry plants can enhance your homegrown produce, it’s crucial to choose the right variety. Himalayan Blackberry is highly invasive and extremely difficult to remove once established.
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