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Puffs in indoor plants: how to get rid of them
Puffs are small pests. They are also called springtails or collembolans. A small amount of these pests is not very dangerous for the flower, but if there are too many of them, then this can seriously harm him. You can get rid of them – it’s easy. But it is much better to take care beforehand that they do not appear.
Description of podura in indoor plants
Leopards live in pots with indoor plants, their body size is 2-10 mm. They are distinguished by their white color. They have a process under their belly, with the help of which they move along the soil, and also jump.
Podura are especially active in spring: they begin to gnaw through the leaves, the plant’s growth slows down, and it may even die.
There are three types of springtails:
- Whites live in the topsoil. Appear due to increased moisture levels.
- Vegetables infect ornamental plants.
- Fungi grow in soil with young seedlings and bulbous flowers.
Thanks to this classification, you will be able to understand what type of pests has settled in your plants.
The reasons for the appearance of podur include:
- Excessive watering, which leads to increased soil moisture.
- Humid indoor air.
- The presence of moss in the pot.
- Frequent use of fertilizers.
- Cold room temperature.
If you eliminate these causes, then the pest will not appear in your plants.
Podura: how to get rid of indoor flowers
To get rid of springtails, try the following methods:
- Stop watering for a while, and also adjust the humidity level in the room. Also consider drainage if there was none before.
- Take raw potatoes, cut them into 4 pieces and place them on the soil in different places. Leave it on for a few hours. Remove the potato after a while. You will notice a large accumulation of goo on it. Keep using this method to achieve the result.
- Place the pot in a bowl of water, leaving the topsoil on the surface. After a while, all the pests will float to the surface, and you only need to collect them.
- Sprinkle ash on the soil to create an unfavorable breeding environment for springtails.
- Use store products such as Bazudin or Pochin. These agents are sprinkled on the soil. The result comes within a few hours.
Legs are not a scary phenomenon, and getting rid of them is quite simple. Therefore, when you see them in a pot with indoor flowers, do not panic.
Pests in indoor flowers are always unpleasant. But, knowing how to get rid of them, you will no longer be confused, but will take the necessary measures as soon as possible. Also, take care in advance to prevent them from appearing.