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title: "I have a bamboo plant and just found ants in the soil when I watered…"
description: "I have a bamboo plant and just found ants in the soil when I watered it, what do I need to do? Thank you!"
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author: "Miss friend"
published: "2025-09-02T17:41:42.732815Z"
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# I have a bamboo plant and just found ants in the soil when I watered…

_Posted by Miss friend on 2025-09-02_

I have a bamboo plant and just found ants in the soil when I watered it, what do I need to do? Thank you!

## 2 comments

### JJ commented on 2025-09-02

I need this answer too

### Isabella commented on 2025-09-02

If it’s small get new soil but if not maybe try Neem oil or soak with 3% hydrogen peroxide and water mix

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