How to Get Rid of Plant Flies?

Let the top 1–2 inches of soil dry out between waterings

Remove standing water from saucers and trays

Water from the bottom when possible

Replace or top-dress infested soil with fresh, dry potting mix

Repot heavily infested plants with sterile soil

Remove decaying leaves, stems, and plant debris

Use yellow sticky traps near affected plants

Apply mosquito dunks or mosquito bits to the soil

Use beneficial nematodes in the soil

Cover soil with a layer of sand, gravel, or diatomaceous earth

Quarantine infested plants from healthy ones

Avoid overwatering

Clean pots and plant areas regularly

Use a fan to keep air moving around plants

Inspect new plants before bringing them indoors

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