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At The Spruce, we love all thingsindoor plants.
Unfortunately with plants come the opportunity for pests to feed off of them.
Here are some popular house plants thatmay have you second-guessingyour next nursey trip due to theirpest-attracting qualities.
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However, they do attract bugs, specifically fungus gnat especially if you are overwatering it.
For your precious aloe vera plants, stick to leaving the soil dry andgnat-free.
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It’s best to continue to monitor your veggies and hand wash them to kill any insects.
We recommend inspecting your indoor garden at least once a week for maintenance.
Ferns thrive in high humidity and need more water than your average indoor plant.
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Overwatering of course can attract unwanted guests like scale, mealybugs, and spider mites.
As mentioned before, we recommend monitoring your indoor plants once a week.
Peonies are famous for attracting ants which you definitely don’t want in your homeespecially in your kitchen.
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you might also gently hand wash your peonies to double down on any stubborn ants.
They don’t need much water and can survive without direct sunlight.
Plus, they add such a warm and inviting touch to any small space in your home.
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Overcrowded or discolored roots are also a sign your sweet succulents are being overrun.
For pests on succulents, we suggest spraying the bugs with an alcohol and water mix.
This will instantly kill the bugs.
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Another tip is to keep your succulent as dry as possible.
Bugs love water, so the drier the soil the better.
Ferns: indoor growing.
University of Connecticut Home and Garden Education Center.
Peony blooms attract ants.
