All our easyplants are treated before they leave the growing facility to your home. During the lifetime of the plant there are several reasons that mites, spiders, or other small bugs can find their way into your easyplant and we recommend the following:

Wiping down the top and bottom of each leaf, and all of the plant's stems with an plant friendly insecticidal soap.
Spray the top of the soil with plant friendly insecticidal soap which will dehydrate them.
Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions to discourage gnat larvae.
Follow proper watering instructions for easyplant systems to prevent consistently damp soil.

Your easyplant is a living thing and from time to time may need your help to thrive.

It’s also important to address issues like fungus gnats or other infestations promptly as they can indirectly affect plant health over time, particularly in younger or weaker plants.

Here is a link to an insecticidal soap that we are happy to recommend. Please note we are not affiliated in any way with the company that offers it.

Identifying Fungus Gnats

Fungus gnats are small, black, winged insects that often hover around the soil of houseplants. They are attracted to moist soil and organic matter. If you notice small flies emerging from the soil or flying around your plants, they are likely fungus gnats.

Eliminating Fungus Gnats

1. Use Yellow Sticky Traps

Place yellow sticky traps at the soil surface to catch adult gnats. Gnats are attracted to the yellow color and will get stuck.
Replace the traps when they are full.

2. Apply a Hydrogen Peroxide Solution

Mix 4 parts water with 1 part 3% hydrogen peroxide.
Lightly spray or drench the top layer of soil weekly until the gnats are gone. This kills larvae in the soil.

3. Use Mosquito Bits or Dunks

Empty the plant’s water reservoir (if applicable) and let the soil dry for a few days.
Mix 4 tablespoons of Mosquito Bits in 1 gallon of water. Let it soak for 30 minutes, then strain out the granules.
Add the treated water to the plant’s reservoir or soil to kill larvae and eggs.

4. Increase Light and Airflow

Move the plant to a brighter location to help the top layer of soil dry faster. Fungus gnats thrive in moist conditions, so drying the soil disrupts their life cycle.

5. Remove Organic Debris

Clear fallen leaves or decaying organic matter from the soil surface to reduce breeding grounds.

Types of Bug:

Millipedes

Spider Mites

Fungus gnats

Preventing Fungus Gnats

1. Proper Watering Practices

Only refill the reservoir when it is completely empty and the top 2 inches of soil are dry to the touch. Overwatering creates moist conditions that attract gnats.

2. Improve Soil Aeration

Poke small holes in the soil to improve airflow and drainage. This helps the soil dry faster between waterings.

3. Avoid Soil Barriers

Do not add sand, pumice, or other barriers on top of the soil, as they can hinder airflow and keep the soil too moist.

4. Isolate New Plants

Keep new plants separated from others temporarily to prevent the spread of gnats.

5. Optional Supplementary Methods

Apply Neem oil to the leaves (top and bottom) at night to prevent sunburn and deter pests. Use monthly or weekly as needed.
Dust the soil with cinnamon after removing visible mold or fungus to inhibit regrowth.