Plants can be a poisonous hazard inside the home. Children need to be taught not to eat any part of a plant unless they have permission from a knowledgeable adult. Decorate with plants that are not poisonous. If you are uncertain of a plant's identity, take it to a nursery or florist for identification. It is a good idea to label plants found in the home and throw away leaves as they die and fall.
Children love to play with plants in the yard.
Explain that plants can be played with, but not eaten. Mushrooms in the yard need to be picked and disposed of as soon as possible. Tell children not to eat them and that they are not the same mushrooms you buy in the grocery store. Gardening is often a family activity. Until you use seeds and bulbs, store them safely out of reach of children.