There is no question the combination of Spinosad, Neem Oil, and sticky traps gets the job done. It is effective on contact, and controls other issues, like Powdery Mildew, Black Spot, Rust, Spider Mites, Aphids, and Whiteflies. Regardless of why or how it happened, its controllable with Fungicide3.įungicide3 is a Neem oil based 3 in 1 fungicide, insecticide, and miticide spray. Over-watering or warm temperatures could also have exacerbated the problem, which is something to be mindful of in the future. Maybe a bloom on one plant caused spores to spread like wildfire.
Fungus growing in the soil is what feeds the fungus gnat larvae. These two measures work directly on the adult fungus gnats as well as larval fungus gnats, but does not control the source of the problem, fungus growing in the soil. Fleeing gnats are attracted to sticky traps, which are only good for catching adults, but aids in controlling the problem overall, by preventing their spread. Spraying causes fungus gnats to die, or flee before dying. I paid particular attention to drainage holes. I made sure to scrape away the top surface of the soil and give a thorough spray to the soil as well. What I used to get rid of them was a direct application of organic Spinosad spray, Captain Jacks Dead Bug Brew, by Bonide, to the surfaces of the pots. None of them work like a specific and liberal attack with organic plant safe bug spray, Fungicide3 by Garden Safe, and sticky traps.
Use of a potato, a sand topsoil topping, apple-cider vinegar traps, etc. I’ve read and tried all the home remedy approaches to the problem. Fungus gnats are nasty little buggers, and incredibly annoying inside a household. My dormant figs that were sitting in the corner of the living room became totally inundated with them.Ī little bug awaits his fate… Captain Jacks Dead Bug Brew, by Bonide!Īlthough I’ve never seen fungus gnats do anything extremely detrimental to a plant, perhaps I’ve just never let it get to that point. My best guess is that a big box store ‘living Christmas tree’ brought them home in the soil. Apply thoroughly to tops and underside of leaves.īonide BND250 Captain Jack's Dead Bug Brew, Ready to Use Spray- Insecticide/Pesticide, 32 oz.Want to get rid of fungus gnats for good? A few years ago, I had an outbreak of fungus gnats, worse than I’d ever seen before. If using on Indoor plants: spray in well ventilated area. Can be applied to a variety of foliage- fruiting vegetables, cucurbits, cole crops, leafy vegetables, tuberous vegetables, stone fruits, bushberries and pome fruits. Use on Outdoor, edibles, Ornamentals, Lawns. Organic Gardening- The active ingredient in this Brew is a naturally occurring bacteria- Spinosad- that is a leading pesticide used worldwide in the production of organic produce.
Kills: Bagworms, Borers, Beetles, Caterpillars, Codling Moths, Gypsy Moth, Spider Mites, Loopers, Leaf Miners, tent Caterpillars, Thrips & more! This product works amazing when you are bringing in those summer plants for the fall and when you accidently over water your indoor plants and get those dang gnats flying around!ĭead Bug Brew is intended to control pest listed on the label and does not specifically impact predatory beneficial insects, predatory mites and spiders while controlling target pests. Lush Greens Plant Co favorite! We use this product to treat incoming and outgoing plants to minimize the spread of pests.
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