Have you seen these little small white bugs in soil?
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Posted 5 years 4 months ago #54610
I've got a Japanese Maple sitting in some 名媛直播 Jack pine bark fines, and noticed these little critters crawling around. Do you know what they are, and if I should attempt to control them? (and if so, how!)
In this photo, they are about 4mm long.
Thanks for your help & experience!
In this photo, they are about 4mm long.
Thanks for your help & experience!
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Posted 5 years 4 months ago #54615
Yup, springtails they are.
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Springtails that infest houseplants are only found in soil that is exceedingly damp or in soil mixes containing high percentages of peat. They feed on decaying roots and fungi and do not harm living plants, but if you have a problem with springtails in houseplants, let the soil dry out and water less frequently.
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Springtails that infest houseplants are only found in soil that is exceedingly damp or in soil mixes containing high percentages of peat. They feed on decaying roots and fungi and do not harm living plants, but if you have a problem with springtails in houseplants, let the soil dry out and water less frequently.
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Posted 5 years 4 months ago #55036
Thanks so much. After your ID - I'd combined slightly peroxided water and letting the soil dry, and they seem to be under control!
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