How to get rid of midges in indoor flowers: a trick from German flower growers

27.03.2023 14:04
Updated: 14.04.2023 22:09

Avoid the appearance of small midges in pots with indoor flowers.

Insects reproduce quickly and can be a real disaster for your plants.

Following simple rules will help protect indoor flowers from the appearance of midges (sciarids).

How to care for indoor flowers

There will be no midges in potted plants if you follow these simple tips:

  • loosen the soil from time to time;
  • avoid overwatering;
  • inspect the leaves every week.

Economical ways to combat midges

The fight against midges will not last long if you use:

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  • dill, celandine and other fragrant plants - solve the problem with midges quickly and reliably;
  • matches, they are stuck into flower pots with sulfur inside the soil, which will help get rid of midges in a few days.

Recipe of German florists

German houseplant lovers consider garlic to be one of the best ways to combat midges.

Chop several heads of garlic, pour a liter of boiling water over them and let it brew for at least 3-4 hours.

The garlic solution is used to treat the plants and water the soil in the pot.

The amazing result will confirm the effectiveness of simple techniques against small insects in flowers.

Elena Gutyro Author: Elena Gutyro Internet resource editor


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  1. How to care for indoor flowers
  2. Economical ways to combat midges
  3. Recipe of German florists