Gnats?

@Mr. Grow It see last picture!

that is the plant that’s wilting

also, I didn’t think to ask… what happens when you water post diatomaceous earth application? Does it need to be reapplied? Is it harmful to the roots after being watered through?

thanks

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hafthor_grows

Oct 07, 2021

Fungus knats chill out at the top of the soil so no water needed. Especially considering that overwatering is one of the primary things that lead to fungus gnats. Let her dry out and she should turn around.

Mr. Grow It

Oct 06, 2021

The drooping plant probably just needs a transplant into a larger container. Once they become root bound, they can become unhappy like that. You shouldn't have to reapply it, although, someone else with more experience using diatomaceous earth may be able to chime in with more details.

lemonhaze

Oct 06, 2021

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@Mr. Grow It they were transplanted into the 1 gal on 9/26. Is it possible it could get root bounded that quickly?

Mr. Grow It

Oct 07, 2021

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@lemonhaze Potentially. That's a pretty big plant for a 1gal container IMO. Once I go from a solo cup to 1-gal, they are typically only in a 1gal for 7-10 days before I transplant out into another container. You'll be surprised by how much happier plants can be in bigger containers.