Fungus gnats are common indoor pests. Adult gnats are about 1/ 8" long, grayish to black in color, with long legs, antennae and one pair of wings. They do little plant damage, but can be unpleasant if they are present indoors in large numbers.
Fungus gnats look like little mosquitoes, only they don't bite. In fact, they're so small, you may not even notice you have any unless they swarm. Fungus gnats hang out in damp soil and live off decaying organic matter. That's why they love greenhouses and houseplants. If you see them flying around your African Violets, clearing debris from near your plant helps to control them.
These bugs need water, and like moist areas. Cut back on watering your plants until they really need it. Also, be sure to empty excess water out of the saucers under your container plants.
You can apply a product that is designed for bugs like fungus gnats, such as Ortho® Elementals™ Garden Insect Killer. It can be used to control indoor and outdoor bugs. For best results, be sure to follow the instructions on the label.
Fungus gnats are common indoor pests. Adult gnats are about 1/ 8" long, grayish to black in color, with long legs, antennae and one pair of wings. They do little plant damage, but can be unpleasant if they are present indoors in large numbers.
