Should Cats Be Allowed in the Garden?

by Wendy Lee Shackelford
(Attica, IN USA)

Is it a myth or fact if a cat urinates on your tomato plants it will not produce?


ANSWER:

It seems like a myth to me. Tomato plants grow their fruit from the blossoms they produce. You would have to remove the blossoms from the plant in order not to have tomatoes. Cat urine could possible burn your plant foliage, though, so if you notice this happening, water the plant well to dilute the urea.

It can be difficult or impossible to keep a cat out of the garden. Therefore, it is really important to wash your vegetables carefully before cooking or eating them.