Getting rid of midges in flower pots can be quite difficult. But there is a simple remedy. It has been tested by experienced flower growers.

Midges, also known as fungus gnats, sciarids or flies, are small insects (about 2-3 mm in size) that live in the soil of indoor plants. These are one of the most common pests in the houseplant category. Adults do not cause serious harm, although they can be carriers of diseases. The main danger comes from the larvae, which appear after hatching from eggs laid in the soil. They are translucent legless worms about 3-5 cm in size that gnaw young plant roots, preventing them from developing. As a result, the flower slows down its growth and may die.

The root cause of the appearance of midges in flower pots is excess soil moisture. The smell of wet earth attracts adult mosquitoes. Even if you manage to dry out the soil for a while, the pests will still return after a while, since the soil is already contaminated. If you have the opportunity to replace it with a new one, then replant the plant.

To get rid of midges in flower pots, you can use the following method. First, stick the garlic cloves into the soil. Allicin contained in the vegetable is not liked by many insect pests. Cut the clove into quarters, since allicin is formed only when cut. For a pot with a diameter of 10 cm, two quarters are enough, writes World of Gardening.

In addition, garlic has a beneficial effect on the immune system of plants, making them more resistant to diseases. Then pour a 0.5 cm thick layer of calcined sand on top and lay out pebbles or pebbles. Perlite or vermiculite will not work.