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OMG! My sister just got me one if these and had the same prob. Make sure there is no water collecting in the second pot (if there is one). I had to empty mine this morning. Also bought some gnat traps from Amazon. Havent seem them since
Traps are great but they won’t eradicate the problem. They’re fungus gnats from overwatering, make sure to let it dry out between watering and you can also put some Diatomaceous earth on top of the soil.
Fungus gnats are a sign of overwatering. It’s a tough balance with dracaena’s because you don’t want brown tips, but overwatering can be detrimental. How far away is it from a window? You say you are watering every 2 weeks but may want to move closer to 3-4 now that it’s winter. You know you will need to water the plant when you stick your finger into the soil and it doesn’t stick and feels dry to the touch. Any moisture should be a sign to wait another few days. FYI I have a degree in botany, over 100 plants in a studio apartment, and not a single fungus gnat.
That’s awesome! The sand I’ve heard is a good solution but have not tried it myself. I see no harm in trying it out! I know it makes it nearly impossible for the gnats to lay eggs. You can also try “mosquito bits.” You just put some in a watering can, let it sit for about 5 minutes, and water the plants using that water. It’s a great solution if you are having trouble keeping the population down and need a quick solution.
These are fungus gnats. Best cure is to put a thin layer of sand on top of the soil and let it dry out.
Maybe get a pitcher plant that eats fruit flies?
Rising Star
Are you overwatering the plant?
Enthusiast
Don’t believe so; I do every 15 days in a moderate amount where it’s moist but not soggy.
https://ravallirepublic.com/lifestyles/home-and-garden/article_eb744645-cd87-580b-a73a-4bc974c183a0.html
Enthusiast
Fungus gnats for sure. Hydrogen peroxide and neem oil work wonders.
Soapy water, use a spray bottle to spray it down
You can use neem oil in a spray bottle after watering to help. And get those sticky traps as well!
Enthusiast
Neem oil. Got it on Amazon. Worked like a charm but you need to be consistent about spraying
Chief
No advice, but that's a gorgeous plant!