Ironically, both opening and closing windows will solve your gnat problem. If the gnats are finding their way indoors from your yard (perhaps they've found a drain they particularly love and it's near an open window), shutting or fitting a fly screen will help. Working alongside existing watering regimes and feeds, as well as a natural grow media on its own, the LAVA-LITE collection of organic horticulture products helps with moisture control, thermal protection and, when dug in to the soil, getting that vital air to the roots to keep your plants healthy. And within a few days, the soda will penetrate the larvae and kill them. No fairy cakes for them. Cinnamon against fungus gnats

But don’t worry — you’re not replacing one insect with another, not permanently, anyway. Nematodes travel solely through moist soil. This means they won’t escape your plant pot. And once they’ve exhausted their food source (i.e., the fungus gnat infestation), they die naturally. For best results, apply the cold compress for at least 10 minutes at a time, several times a day. Never apply ice directly on your skin. 3. Anti-itch creams Replace the matches every three weeks. And bear in mind; this method is only suitable for established plants. Piling sand Water plants with less frequency: Only water your indoor plants when necessary. If you overwater your plants, gnats may use the area for moisture and to lay eggs. In the open garden fungus gnats are not a problem and part of a well balanced biodiverse garden ecosystem

Stops the life cycle of the gnats, so once they are gone, they are gone…forever. No harmful chemicals or pesticides Poor housekeeping: wiping up spills, draining standing water, keeping drains clean, sealing garbage cans and putting away uneaten food, fruit and veg will help deter them. Ensure the grounds are dry before applying, and water from below. Essential oils to fight fungus gnats Here at LAVA-LITE we never rest; continually researching further innovative products to add to our range, all of which will carry our 100% natural guarantee.

Cleaning with vinegar is a well-known home remedy, but did you know it can be used to get rid of gnats too? Simply combine half a cup of apple cider vinegar with a cup of warm water and a few drops of dish soap into a pretty bowl or cup. Put the bowl/cup where the gnats tend to congregate. They will be attracted by the sweet smell and the chance of a drink. As they reach in to sip the solution, the dish soap traps them and they drown. 6. With overripe fruit Simply put some cut up, overripe fruit in a bowl or cup, cover it with saran wrap and poke tiny holes through the wrap. Once inside the bowl or cup, they will find it difficult to get up and out. When there's a critical mass of them inside, you can dispose of the whole lot into the garbage. 7. With red wine

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Pesticide control The RHS believes that avoiding pests, diseases and weeds by good practice in cultivation methods, cultivar selection, garden hygiene and encouraging or introducing natural enemies, should be the first line of control. If chemical controls are used, they should be used only in a minimal and highly targeted manner. To prevent gnats from laying eggs and the infestation from getting much worse, the best course of action is to attempt to eliminate all water sources from your property. This includes stagnant water, as adult female gnats are drawn to it. Clean up food and drinks after meals: Don’t allow food or drinks to sit out after meals and clean up any food or drink spillages shortly after they happen.