Gnats are one of those persistent pests that everyone encounters in the home at some point. These tiny flying insects, notorious for causing itchy, red bite marks, are among the most unwelcome ...

The warmer months often bring beautiful flowers and bundles of ripe, delicious fruit. Unfortunately, this also means it’s time for the gnats and fruit flies to emerge and attempt to take up residence ...

Vinegar may attract gnats more than it kills, since it mimics the fermenting fruit that gnats love most. Vinegar traps might catch a few gnats, but they won’t be enough to stop a full infestation on ...

From fungus gnats to thrips, common houseplant pests can be a real nuisance, but with a bit of know-how, they will disappear ...

Wondering why gnats have taken over your home? For most gnat infestations, the cause is typically due to sanitation, but that doesn't mean your home is dirty. Gnats appear and proliferate when they ...

It’s a problem University of Kentucky entomologist and assistant professor Jonathan Larson knows well: fungus gnat infestations that seem to get out of control and take over homes this time of year.

Gnats thrive in moisture, humidity, and decomposing matter, especially after rain. Cut down their numbers by drying soil, clearing debris, and removing standing water. Acting early prevents plant ...