How To Get Rid Of Fungus Gnats In 4 Steps
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Fungus gnats driving you mad? These annoying little pests are super common in indoor plants, especially in the cooler months. Here’s how I treat them naturally (and what NOT to do!).
What Causes Gnats in Indoor Plants?
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Overwatering
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Poor drainage
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Organic-rich, moist soil
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Lack of airflow
My Go-To Gnat Treatment Plan
🪴 Step 1: Let the soil dry out
Fungus gnats thrive in damp soil—drying it out interrupts their life cycle.
🪴 Step 2: Add yellow sticky traps
These catch the adult gnats before they can lay more eggs.
🪴 Step 3: Neem oil or hydrogen peroxide soak
Mix 1 part 3% hydrogen peroxide with 4 parts water. Water your plants with it once a week. It kills larvae on contact. Or use a gentle neem oil soil soak.
🪴 Step 4: Add a top dressing
Cover the topsoil with sand, gravel or decorative pebbles to prevent adults laying eggs in the soil.
Gnats Keep Coming Back?
Try bottom watering or repotting with better-draining mix (we love our Mad Mix).
Shop Gnat Fixers
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Yellow sticky traps
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Neem oil
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Keep your plant in the plastic pot and place this inside your ceramic pot for better airflow