Tag: black houseplant pests

Why Fungus Gnats Keep Coming Back — And How to Stop Them for Good

You thought you'd won. Every last flying black bug killed. But then the next day, horror struck—those pesky fungus gnats keep coming back, and you don't know what to do about it. They're hovering above your plant like minute black ghosts with unfinished business. Table of Contents ▾ Why Tiny Black Bugs Keep Coming Back...Read More

Are Tiny Black Bugs Dangerous to Pets or Humans?

We’ve all been there—you spot tiny black specks crawling across a plant pot or window ledge and suddenly start itching everywhere. Are these tiny black bugs dangerous or harmful? Could they bite your cat? Or worse—spread something? Table of Contents Are Tiny Black Bugs Dangerous or Just Annoying? Quick Safety Checklist: Harmless vs. Harmful Bugs...Read More

Tiny Black Bugs in Potting Soil: Fungus Gnats or Springtails?

If you’ve spotted tiny black bugs in potting soil, especially after watering, you’re not alone. I get this question constantly—“Are they dangerous? Should I toss the plant?” Most of the time, those jumpy specks are springtails or fungus gnats thriving in damp potting mix. Quick Guide Tiny Black Bugs in Potting Soil: Are They Fungus...Read More

Houseplant Pest Identification: Spot, Treat, and Prevent Every Common Bug Indoors

Houseplant pest identification can feel like a guessing game—until your favorite plant starts to collapse. One day it's thriving, the next it’s dropping leaves, sticky, spotted, or curling in on itself. No obvious bugs. No clear answers. Just that sinking feeling something’s wrong. 📌 Table of Contents – Jump to a Section Signs Your Plant...Read More