Fungus Gnats.. GONE! Here’s My Secret Weapon

Fungus gnats driving you mad? Here’s how to stop the full life cycle so they don’t keep coming back. In this video, I’ll share the 9 methods I’ve tested over the years — from sticky traps and blue lights to soil-drying, hydrogen peroxide, cinnamon, and my personal 3-step system with horticultural sand. You’ll learn which options actually work in Australia, which are a waste of time, and how to prevent fungus gnats from ever taking over again.

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⏱️⏱️⏱️ TIMESTAMPS ⏱️⏱️⏱️
00:00 Intro
01:00 The gross life cycle explained
02:30 Do sticky traps actually work?
04:30 Blue light trap experiment
06:00 Drying out soil safely
07:30 When to repot completely
09:00 Apple cider vinegar test
10:30 Hydrogen peroxide solution
12:00 Cinnamon trick revealed
14:00 Does diatomaceous earth help?
15:00 Mosquito bits explained
16:30 My 3-step system that works
19:00 Prevention tips + free guide

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