Fungus Gnat Control

How to Use Mosquito Bits for Seedlings | Fungus Gnat Prevention Struggling with fungus gnats in your seed starts? In this video, I leverage a one-gallon jug to prep a Mosquito Bits solution, following the official instructions to safeguard my seedlings in six-packs. Learn how to optimize your pest defense strategy and ensure your young plants thrive. ### At a Glance * **Target:** Fungus Gnat larvae in seedling six-packs. * **Equipment:** 1-gallon water jug. * **Method:** "Tea" steeping method for soil drenching. ### Step-by-Step Application 1. **Measure:** Add the recommended amount of Mosquito Bits to your one-gallon jug of water. 2. **Steep:** Let the bits soak for at least 30 minutes to release the BTI (Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis) into the water. 3. **Strain (Optional):** You can strain out the remaining bits or leave them; however, the active ingredient is now in the water. 4. **Drench:** Thoroughly water your six-packs with the solution. Ensure the soil is saturated to reach the larvae. ### Strategic Pest Defense While Mosquito Bits target larvae, I also recommend synergizing this with a high-quality seed starting mix. My go-to "Internal Pest Defense" mix includes: * **Base:** Burpee Coir Block (Hydrated) * **Aeration:** 3 Quarts Perlite to prevent root rot * **Moisture:** 2 Quarts Vermiculite * **Fertilizer:** 2 Quarts Worm Castings * **Pest Defense:** 1.5 Cups Food-Grade Diatomaceous Earth (DE) for an added silica boost and physical pest barrier. See the Seed Starting mix video------ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Rif81d6Hhc ### Key Insights **Pro Tip:** Consistency is key. Repeat the drenching process weekly for 3 weeks to break the fungus gnat life cycle completely. Get these products delivered as soon as today using my links: Mosquito Bits: https://amzn.to/3P4kIkW CatchMaster 5x8 sticky traps: https://amzn.to/4tQ9TSy Wooden Clothespins (100): https://amzn.to/4wa2D5y