How to get rid of midges that have taken up residence in an orchid: expelling uninvited “guests”
Folk remedies do not always help get rid of the ubiquitous midges that love to settle in flower pots.
The most annoying thing is when insects start to appear in an orchid, which is already demanding in terms of its maintenance conditions.
In this case, the flower seems to fall asleep and refuses to release buds. This may be due to more than just poor lighting, watering, or cold.
Small midges in the soil also have a negative effect on the orchid. In order not to destroy the plant, such "neighborhood" should be stopped as soon as possible.
Insects usually appear due to high humidity. Abundant watering creates excellent conditions for midges, which are looking for a place to breed.
Therefore, to begin with, you need to stop watering the orchid, dry the soil. Additionally, use any chemicals against midges. This is a safe option for the plant. You won’t have to wait until the folk method works or doesn’t work.
