What can you do about fungus gnats in houseplants?
Fungus gnats are associated with damp growing mix, but not every small fly is one.
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Read the guidePlant guides for “Fungus gnats”
Practical help for your plants: what to check first and how to decide what comes next.
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Mold on potting mix: remove the growth and check the cause
If small flies also appear around the pot, read Fungus gnats . If replacing the potting mix is necessary, follow the steps in Repotting houseplants .
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Read the guideWhat is on your houseplant – and what should you do first?
Our fungus gnat guide helps you identify them and review watering appropriately. Pale or grey dots jumping on the surface after watering may be springtails.
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Read the guideIdentify spider mites and bring an infestation under control
For small flies around the pot, compare the signs in Fungus gnats . If you cannot find matching pests, check other causes with Yellow leaves .
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Read the guideThrips on houseplants: why one round is rarely enough
Related guides for your next step If small flies mainly gather around the potting mix, compare their features with Fungus gnats.
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