Garden Pests

Question

I have discovered a minute flea-like insect (not flea beetles) that appears to be in the soil around the base of a range of my plants. These little pests appear to attack the roots so the plant fails. If you disturb the soil around the base, it is alive with these creatures. They seem to jump rather than fly. Vine weevil treatment helps but only short term. What are they and how can I get rid of them?

Answer 1

Hello,

Thank you for sending us your gardening question.

It sounds like you may have an invasion of fungus gnats. For more information on these pests, please visit the following link:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/fungus-gnats.htm

Please let us know if you have any other gardening questions and happy gardening!

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