Here’s how to naturally treat your houseplants and get rid of gnats in the soil.
- Make the Natural Habitat Inhospitable. …
- Use a Soap-and-Water Mixture. …
- Use Sand or Gravel. …
- Dispose of the Top Layer of Soil Outdoors. …
- Don’t Overwater Your Houseplants. …
- Water From the Bottom. …
- Store Extra Potting Soil in an Airtight Container.
Beside above, what home remedy kills gnats in houseplants?
One-Part Water to One-Part Apple Cider Vinegar
Fill a shallow saucer with this solution and mix in a few drops of liquid dishwashing soap. Keep it near your affected plants. The gnats will fall into the liquid and the soap will keep them from escaping. Add fresh vinegar and water as needed until the gnats are gone.