Experts Say Houseplant Soil Mix Is Causing Gnat Infestations

If you’ve ever glanced at your favorite indoor plant and noticed tiny, irritating flies hovering above the soil, you’re not ...
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Houseplant owners are stopping fungus gnats in their tracks with a 10-second daily habit you're not doing

Tiny black flies swirling from your favourite fern are almost always fungus gnats thriving in soggy compost. A 10‑second ...
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Fungus gnats are becoming a houseplant epidemic

Their control is now one of my most frequently asked questions, Don Kinzler writes, which also indicates their control isn’t ...

Is Potting Soil Left in Your Garage All Winter Still Good for Planting This Spring? We Asked a Pro

It's generally ok to use potting soil that's been sitting in storage in winter as long as it's been properly sealed. Read more tips for getting stored soil spring-ready.
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Here’s why some people should wear a mask and gloves while gardening

University of Georgia study finds drug-resistant strain of fungus in some compost and flower bulbs that can compromise lungs. A common fungus found in yard and garden materials, one that many of us ...