![]() Always allow the top two inches (5 cm.) of potting mix to dry between waterings.Īvoid soggy potting mix a dry environment decreases the survival of fungus gnats in houseplant soil. Most plants should be watered deeply and allowed to drain thoroughly. Proper watering is the first defense against fungus gnats. ![]() You may see the gnats, which are attracted to light, buzzing around light bulbs or on walls and windows near your plants. However, they can infest other plants that are located in close proximity. One female can produce several generations of larvae in a single season.įungus gnats are weak flyers and they usually don’t stray too far from the plant. The pesky gnats aren’t selective about when they lay eggs, which they deposit in the top 2 to 3 inches (5-8 cm.) of potting soil. ![]() They are present any time of year, but they tend to be more common in fall and winter. Identifying Fungus Gnatsįungus gnats are tiny, delicate flying insects that resemble miniature mosquitoes. Usually the pests are simply annoying little nuisances that buzz around potted plants. However, certain types of fungus gnats can damage plants when the larvae feed on roots. Fungus gnats, also known as soil gnats, cause very little damage to houseplants.
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