We all have those pesky critters we encounter while caring for our plants. Although no one truly has a favorite pest, I'm curious about which ones you can usually deal with without too much hassle. Personally, spider mites are my main challenge, so I've learned how to handle them over time. But when I see mealies, I can't help but feel uneasy! What about you?
4 Answers
I’d say fungus gnats don’t really bug me much. I just let them do their thing and don’t stress about them! Lol.
So far, I’ve been lucky! I have 35 plants in my room and have never had any pests. Knock on wood! Hopefully, it stays that way!
I know this might be a hot take, but I actually find thrips to be the least bothersome. If you’re okay with using some chemical pesticides, it's pretty easy to get rid of them, and you can also use biological control methods to prevent them from coming back.
Springtails are another pest I can handle. Do people seriously view them as pests? I’ve even bought some before—I think they’re great little helpers!
Right? I actually like having springtails around; they can be really beneficial!
For real, no pest is the best pest! Let’s hope you keep it that way.