Pests

Houseplant pests are a common - and manageable - part of indoor gardening. Insects like spider mites, mealybugs, fungus gnats, thrips, and scale can appear when environmental conditions favor them, especially in warm, dry, or stagnant air.

The key to control is early detection. Regularly inspecting leaf undersides, stems, and new growth allows you to catch problems before they spread. Many infestations begin subtly - faint stippling, sticky residue, distorted growth - long before large populations are visible.

Effective pest management focuses on improving environmental conditions, isolating affected plants, and using targeted treatments when necessary. Consistent follow-up is essential, as many pests have life cycles that require repeated intervention over several weeks to fully resolve.