If you’re planning your spring garden, there are a few great plants you should start with that will keep your dog safe and provide you with a great variety.

• Alyssum – a lovely mat-like flower that is great as a covering for your garden soil and usually comes in white, yellow, or purple.
• Aster – disc-like plants in the daisy family that usually come in purple (keep in mind that other daisies may be poisonous to dogs).
• Carrot – delicious orange vegetables that both you and your dog can eat and are perfect for salads, soups, and snacking.
• Camellia – lovely evergreen flowers with a rose-like shape that come in a variety of colors.
• Celery – a stalk vegetable rich in water and fiber that goes great with dipping sauces and peanut butter, or as a base for soups.
• Cilantro – a tasty herb that goes well with all manner of dishes and provides a lovely dark leafy touch to the garden. 
• Cucumber – a green vegetable that is great on its own, mixed in salads, or made into pickles. 
• Dill – another delicious herb that grows well in many climates and provides a delicious addition to salads, dressings, and meat dishes.
• Fuschia – an elegant hanging flower usually red, purple, or pink that grows especially well in mild, temperate climates.
• Magnolia – a bush or tree that usually comes in white, pink, or purple and will add a real touch of elegance to your garden. 
• Marigold – a lovely yellow and orange flower that also acts as pest control and attracts bees to pollinate your garden—a true power plant! 
• Nasturtium – a bright, often orange flower that grows in warm climates and likes lots of sunshine. These can be eaten and provide a peppery taste!
• Peas – Pea pods come in many varieties and offer a sweet vegetable option that you’ll love and won’t hurt your dog either!
• Petunia – elegant and sweet flowers that come in a variety of shades and can work well in baskets, pots, or the soil. 
• Snapdragon – lovely flowers that come in a variety of colors and provide a pleasant, light smell.
• Sunflower – tall, golden sunflowers are a beautiful plant that add a nice border and can grow to be several feet tall if you want something pretty peeking over your fence.
• Thyme – yet another tasty herb that is especially popular in French cuisine and looks and smells quite elegant in the garden. 
• Zucchini – a flavorful squash that grows in abundance, this plant is safe for your dog and provides the base for lots of delicious dishes—you can even make noodles out of it!