OMG the gnats are taking over!! Help asap!
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Watering with Azamax really worked for me to get into the larvae and youngins living in the soil but you need to be thorough and also have sticky traps for flyings adults. And it’s not a one time deal- the directions recommend watering about 3X times in a month or so. But worked much more effectively than neem oil extract.
@Judy Oh no, the gnat party crashers have arrived! But fear not, we're here with some quick and quirky tactics to show those gnats who's boss- Allow the top inch of soil to dry before watering. Gnats dislike dry soil. Place yellow sticky traps near your plants. Gnats get stuck on them. Mix neem oil with water and spray your plants to disrupt gnat growth…Hydrogen peroxide can help by killing gnat larvae and boosting oxygen levels in the soil. Just mix it with water and water your plants. Put sand or grit on top of the soil. It discourages gnats from laying eggs. Sprinkle cinnamon on the soil's surface. Gnats don't like it. With these tricks up your sleeve, you'll be saying "buh-bye" to those gnats in no time! This is the most effective method for me here's a secret tip that not everyone knows: place a thin layer of sand or fine grit on top of your plant's soil. Those sneaky gnats won't be able to lay their eggs in the soil, putting a serious damper on their party plans. It's like giving them a VIP "no entry" pass!
Oh dear, I’ve been there too, @Judy - such a nuisance! So, in addition to using the treatments above (sprays and sand and so forth), it’s time to do some preventative evaluation of your soil mixes and container materials (terracotta vs. ceramics or plastics etc.) to be sure efficient and even drainage is occuring in between waterings - especially for your succulents. Those fungus gnats love the damp. Good luck! 🚫 🪰
