Last updated: September 4, 2024 at 02:26 AM
Summary of Reddit Comments on How to Remove Gnats
Home Remedies:
- Red Apple Cider Vinegar and Dish Soap: "Pour red apple cider vinegar in a shallow bowl or dish, then drop in 5-10 drops of dish soap... It works like a charm."
- Red Wine and Soap: "Got rid of tiny flies by putting Red Wine and Soap in a plastic cup, covering the top with plastic wrap, and poking small holes in it."
- Sticky Bug Danglers: "There are Sticky Bug Danglers you can buy..."
- Carnivorous Plants: "I bought some Carnivorous Plants and they seem to help... Sundews seem to be the best..."
Prevention and Maintenance Tips:
- Dry Soil: "Let the top half inch of the substrate dry out."
- Sand on Top of Soil: "Put at least an inch of sand over the surface of the soil."
- Yellow Sticky Traps: "Get Yellow Sticky Traps for plants."
- Watering Techniques: "Water your plants from the bottom and leave the top few inches of soil dry."
Commercial Products:
- Mosquito Bits: "Mosquito Bits can mold if you put them directly in the soil..."
- Nematodes: "I had great success with Nematodes every time I used them..."
- Gnatrol WDG: "Gnatrol WDG is the only thing that I found to really work..."
Other Recommendations:
- Diatomaceous Earth: "Dust with diatomaceous earth, sprinkle in soil too."
- Systemic Pesticide Granules: "I use systemic pesticide granules..."
- Sanitation: "Sanitation is the key to resolving this issue. Start with a thorough cleaning."
Cautionary Advice:
- Neem Oil: "Neem oil doesn’t do anything for fungus gnats... I don't think neem oil does much to help with fungus gnats."
- Overwatering: "If you have a severe fungus gnat problem then that probably means you are overwatering your plants..."
- Perlite/Sand: "I put a half-inch of perlite on top of every pot..."
- DE Cons: "Don't waste your money on diatomaceous earth..."
General Comments:
- Compliments on Plant Collection: "Your plant collection and setup are goals! 😍."
- Questions on Air Quality and Cat Interaction: "How's your air quality?? I bet its amazing" and "how do you get the cats to leave the plants alone?"
Plant Enthusiast Comments:
- Greenhouse Recommendation: "Get a greenhouse and go stupid! It's so much fun!!!"
- Wooden Plant Rack: "Can I ask where you got your wooden plant rack?"
This comprehensive summary covers various methods, products, and tips recommended by Reddit users to effectively remove and prevent gnats from infesting plants.