I've seen some tiny bugs flying around my indoor plants, and I suspect they might be fungus gnats. I've caught a couple on yellow sticky traps since I put them out. Are these gnats something I should be worried about? Is it common to have a few around my plants, or do I need to take action? What should I do—just keep an eye on them or treat the plants in some way?
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I wouldn’t say it’s normal to see them flying around. It could stress your plants a bit, especially if the populations grow large. They won't outright kill your plants, but they can nibble on roots if the infestation gets too bad. If they’re really persistent, the combination of sticky traps and Mosquito Bits works wonders!
Honestly, fungus gnats can be super annoying, but they usually don't do much harm to healthy plants. If you notice them sticking around more than you'd like, using something like Mosquito Bits in your watering can help deal with the larvae without compromising your plant care routine. Just stick to your usual watering schedule!
That’s true! I’ve noticed the stress they cause more for us than the plants sometimes. It's just annoying seeing them buzz around!