The Ultimate Guide to a Bug-Free Indoor Jungle. Keep your plants thriving, not declining.
Spot the invaders early! Look for clues: yellowing leaves, sticky residue, or fine webbing. Regular inspection is your first line of defense.
Identify the culprit. From tiny spider mites to fluffy mealybugs, knowing what you're fighting is half the battle.
Found bugs? Act fast! Immediately isolate the affected plant. Gently wipe leaves with a soft, damp cloth to remove pests and dust.
A strong blast of water is a simple, chemical-free first strike! It dislodges aphids, spider mites, and other soft-bodied pests.
Mix 1 tbsp pure, liquid Castile soap with 1 quart of water. Spray thoroughly, especially under leaves. Test on one leaf first!
The organic gardener's best friend. Neem oil disrupts pests' life cycles. Mix as directed and apply in the evening to prevent leaf burn.
Annoying little flies? Let soil dry out between waterings. Use yellow sticky traps for adults and a Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) soil drench for larvae.
To kill gnat larvae in the soil, mix one part 3% hydrogen peroxide with four parts water. Water normally—it will fizz and aerate the soil!
Fight bugs with bugs! Introduce beneficial nematodes or hypoaspis miles to the soil. They are a natural, proactive solution for serious infestations.
Skip harsh detergents. Instead, boil 2 garlic bulbs until soft, extract juice, dilute (2 tbsp per 5 L water), then spray weekly. This repels aphids, fungi, slugs, and more.
Keep pests at bay: regularly inspect plants, quarantine new additions, and repot with fresh sterile soil to break infestation cycles.