Fungus Gnats
Small dark flies near the soil surface. Adults are largely harmless but larvae feed on roots and organic matter, stunting growth and creating entry points for root pathogens. Caused by consistently moist topsoil.
What usually causes it
- Consistently moist or wet surface layer of growing medium
- Overwatering
- High organic matter content in soil mix
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