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Rachel Homer

How to keep flies off houseplants — 7 simple solutions for a pest-free home

Collection of large and small houseplants around wooden dining table and chairs in dining room.

There’s nothing quite as frustrating as dealing with flies in the house, especially when they’re set on lurking around our indoor plants. If you’re wondering how to keep flies off houseplants, you’re not alone — and you’ve come to the right place.

Learning how to get rid of flies in the house is no joke, and we've all been there. Usually, you'll be looking to get rid of fungus gnats, which is one of the most common houseplant pests. But before you resort to a bottle of insecticide, you’ll need to consider how effective this method actually is.

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