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Rodent Plants – Dried Plants, Fresh Rodent Plants & Artificial Plants for Enrichment, Foraging and Hamster Scaping
You can order Rodent Plants (fresh, dried & artificial) quickly and easily at DRD Rodent Shop ®
Plants not only make a habitat more beautiful, but also more interesting. They add scent, texture, and a sense of discovery—exactly what suits natural behavior. That's why at DRD Rodent Shop® (specialists since 2011) you'll find three types of rodent plants: fresh rodent plants, dried plants, and artificial plants.
Whether you're looking for a tasty addition (for herbivores), additional foraging enrichment, or decoration for (hamster) scaping: the right choice will make your enclosure both more fun and challenging.
Stimulates natural searching and nibbling behaviour.
Dried plants and artificial plants are ideal for (hamster)scaping.
Not every animal eats the same – choose what suits your animal and routine.
Useful guidelines for clean presentation, dosing and safe use.
Choose your type of plants (3 subcategories)
Living greenery as enrichment and (where appropriate) as a supplement to the menu.
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Scaping and decoration without wilting – use outside the terrarium.
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Fresh Rodent Plants
Fresh plants bring the enclosure to life: they add scent, structure, and stimulate curiosity. For herbivores like rabbits and guinea pigs , fresh plants (depending on the product) can also be a tasty addition. For other species, it's primarily enrichment and a source of "sniffing."
Tip: Always introduce fresh greens gradually and keep them as a supplement to the basic food. Remove leftovers promptly to keep the enclosure fresh.
Dried Plants
Dried plants are ideal for foraging enrichment : scatter them throughout the enclosure, hide them in a sniffing area, or use them as natural decoration. They're also frequently used in hamster and gerbil scaping, as they create ambiance and encourage the animal to actively search.
- Perfect for sprinkling on ground cover or in a foraging area.
- Provides colour, structure and variety in the habitat.
- Useful to stimulate “search behaviour”, instead of offering everything in one container.
Artificial plants
Artificial plants are primarily intended for decoration and landscaping . They don't wilt, maintain their shape, and instantly add a natural look to a terrarium or glass enclosure. Ideal if you want to create a permanent scape with permanent "greenery" (outside the enclosure).
Checklist: how to choose the right rodent plants
- Purpose: food supplementation (herbivores), enrichment/foraging or scaping/decoration.
- Animal type: choose one that suits your pet's eating habits and lifestyle (ground-dwelling vs. climber, nibbler vs. quiet).
- Fresh: build up slowly and remove any residues in time.
- Dried: ideal for sprinkling/hiding for search behaviour.
- Art: place outside the residence
Safety
- Only provide suitable products: do not use unknown (garden) plants or pick them in the wild without prior notice.
- Fresh = hygiene: remove leftovers before they become damp or spoil.
- Introduce slowly: changing your menu? Always build up gradually.
- Artificial plants: check regularly for loose parts, sharp edges or gnawing damage.
FAQ Rodent Plants
What is the difference between fresh and dried plants?
Fresh is "living green" and requires proper hygiene (removing leftovers). Dried is ideal for scattering and hiding for foraging and scaping.
Are artificial plants safe?
They are meant for decoration. Place them securely and check if your pet nibbles on them. Remove any damaged or loose pieces.
Can I water plants daily?
That depends on the animal species and the product. Think of it as a supplement and vary; always gradually introduce new items.
