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Fungus gnats: signs & treatments

Posted 5 years ago

SIGNS Small, black gnats flying slowly and resting on wet soil Look similar to fruit flies TREATMENTS Help soil dry out completely by reducing watering frequency and increasing airflow and sunlight Make a gnat trap: pour a couple splashes of apple cider vinegar and a few drops of dish soap into a cup, cover with plastic wrap, then poke a finger-sized hole in the plastic; keep near plant Rep Read more

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