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Solution Guide

Control fungus gnats

Fungus gnats breed in wet soil, so drying out the top layer between waterings matters more than any trap.

Difficulty

Easy

Time

10 minutes, plus a few weeks to fully clear

Cost

$

Steps

  1. 1. Let the top inch or two of soil dry out completely between waterings.
  2. 2. Set out yellow sticky traps to catch adults and track whether the population is dropping.
  3. 3. Avoid letting water sit in a saucer under the pot.