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Are mistletoe berries poisonous to animals and birds?

Lauren Kurtz
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Lauren Kurtz is a Naturalist and Horticultural Specialist. Lauren has worked for Aurora, Colorado managing the Water-Wise Garden at Aurora Municipal Center for the Water Conservation Department. She earned a BA in Environmental and Sustainability Studies from Western Michigan University in 2014.

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Mistletoe berries are not poisonous to birds. They are mildly toxic to pets and humans.

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Where can I order seeds to start my own mistletoe?

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You can order mistletoe seeds from the "English Mistletoe Shop," which can be found online. Try looking around on eBay as well.

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Can I grow it from a cutting?

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No, mistletoe can only grow from seeds. It is impossible to grow it from a cutting.

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Can I plant mistletoe in soil?

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No, mistletoe is hemiparasitic, which means it feeds mostly on the water and nutrients of the tree you plant it on. If you plant it on soil, it will die, because it needs to feed off of a living thing.

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How can I kill mistletoe in an olive tree?

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The best way to kill mistletoe is to remove the stems one by one to ensure that there is nothing left.

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