Jul 29, 2024 · There are a ton of fungus gnat treatments out there, and I tried most of them in my quest to get rid of these pesky bugs in my 60-odd houseplants. Here's what I learned about how to kill fungus gnats—and how to prevent them from affecting your plants in the first place.

Dec 13, 2024 · Fungus gnats are tiny flying bugs belonging to a few insect families (namely Sciaridae, aka dark-winged fungus gnats). They eat plant matter, mulch, compost, and—true to their...

Jan 22, 2025 · Fungus gnats are a fruit fly–sized insect pest that primarily affects indoor houseplants. Attracted to the moisture of potting soil, adult gnats lay their eggs (up to about 200) on organic matter near the soil surface. After about 3 days, the eggs hatch into larvae, which burrow into the soil to feed on fungi and decaying plant material.

Dec 13, 2023 · Here’s what I did to get rid of fungus gnats in my houseplants—try one of my 11 tested-and-true remedies to eliminate them for good. What are fungus gnats, anyway? What causes fungus gnats? 1. Adjust the amount of water you use. 2. Cover any bare soil. 3. Use sticky fly traps around infested plants. 4.

Fungus gnats are small flies that infest soil, potting mix, other container media, and other sources of organic decomposition. Their larvae primarily feed on fungi and organic matter in soil, but also chew roots and can be a problem in greenhouses, nurseries, potted plants and …

May 7, 2024 · Aside from gnats, mold attracts carpenter ants and subterranean termites as well. For effective mold removal as well as fly infestation or pest control, you’ll need to first understand the source.

Sep 14, 2024 · Fungus gnats are small flies that infest soil, potting mixes, and other media. The adults look a bit like mosquitoes, though plumper, with antennae that are longer than their heads. They grow to 1/16- to 1/8-inch long and have light gray to clear wings.

Oct 2, 2024 · Fungus gnats alone aren't too bad, but the fungus gnat larvae are downright destructive. Epic Gardening Founder Kevin Espiritu explains the control methods for these dastardly pests! I’ve dealt with fungus gnats in my indoor and outdoor garden.

Jan 26, 2025 · Female fungus gnats lay their eggs in moist soil, which hatch into larvae after 2-3 days. The larvae feed on fungi and plant roots for 7-10 days before pupating. Adult fungus gnats emerge from the pupae and begin the cycle again. Understanding the lifecycle of fungus gnats is crucial in developing effective strategies for their control.

Fungus gnats, insects that belong to the fly family Diptera, occur around damp, decaying vegetation, algae, and fungi. These tiny gnats can appear in large numbers in or around buildings, prompting complaints, and also can be a problem in greenhouses, nurseries, and …