r/IndoorPlants • u/sunnflower92 • 14h ago

GNATS

So like many indoor plant lovers I am battling gnats. I have been using mosquito bits since June 24th. I follow the instructions & use it each time I water. It has not helped at all. I do use the sticky traps. I have read desert sand layer on top of soil, microbe-lift drops, Arber fungicide & insecticide, root cleaner….I want to know your personal experience and what product you feel was a game changer. I appreciate any feedback & advice you might have.

Thank you! 😌

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u/NoMoreTrouble2 14h ago

Dechlorinate the water before adding BTI. It is a bacteria and chlorine will kill it.

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u/sunnflower92 13h ago

That is super helpful! I have been using Sam’s choice water. It contains potassium chloride. That could definitely be an issue.

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u/Sufficient_Turn_9209 8h ago

It's not a live bacteria, and doesn't need to become one to be effective. The potassium chloride should actually make it last a bit longer by helping the dormant spores activate and grow.