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Penny L

Does anyone use pebbles or other decorative materials (or even hydroponics pebbles) as a top layer to cover the potting mix around their houseplants? I only use them for succulents, but I’d like to do it to the plants that have plain soil exposed—partially because I think it will minimize those annoying little flies and partially because I think it will look nicer. Or will this harm the plants in some way? Any thoughts or insights are much appreciated! 🙏

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  1. Mackenzie

    I use river stones on some plants to stop my cats from digging out the soil. The only thing I’ve noticed is the soil takes longer to dry out so o just don’t have to water quite as often

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  2. Penny L

    Both very good points! I’ll make sure to use the smallest pebbles for the delicate plants—and a moisture meter before watering. Thank you both so much! 🙏

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  3. Megan

    If you want to completely get rid on gnats, try using a potting mix that is peat moss free. I use potting mixes from RePotMe and now have zero fungus gnats 😁 My plants love the mixes!

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  4. Penny L

    Thanks for the tip! 🙏🏼

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  5. anneliese

    this will actually increase the gnats

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