Hey everyone! I've got a pretty serious issue with fungus gnats after bringing home an aloe plant from a big box store without quarantining it first—lesson learned! Over the past 6 weeks, I've been using yellow sticky traps from Amazon and have caught a lot of these gnats. I've also been treating the soil with mosquito bits for about 4 weeks, soaking all my plants. Despite these efforts, they keep coming back. Should I just stick with what I'm doing, or are there other methods I should try? Would moving them outside help or cause more problems? I've noticed gnats showing up in other rooms, and I'm really struggling to get this under control. Any tips would be appreciated!
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For a more natural option, consider getting a Mexican Pinguicula. They're a type of carnivorous plant that loves to munch on fungus gnats and can help keep their population in check. Plus, they're super cool plants to have around!
Fungus gnat larvae thrive in wet soil, so the key is to let your soil dry out! Ensure that your soil mix is gritty and allows for quick drainage, and try not to overwater your plants. A good mix can help prevent future infestations!
Another trick is to let the soil dry out completely and even cover it with a layer of sand. That can prevent new eggs from being laid. Keeping up with the traps is also smart—don't give up!
What exactly do you mean by 'gritty'? Can you give me some advice on what types of materials work best for the soil?