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I got a lot of little white bugs in my soil. They started out as a couple now there is a lot. Here is a picture and video. Can anyone tell me what they are and if i should get rid of them how would i do this?

 

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This will kill the Larvae

 

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Also let the media dry out stop over watering

 

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I looked up springtail bugs and I think that is what they are, from what I read is you don’t want to kill them because they are beneficial to the soil. Anyone have a different opinion?

 

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Springtails. Only a problem for seedlings. They help break down soil to make nutrients available.

 

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Springfresh said:

I got a lot of little white bugs in my soil. They started out as a couple now there is a lot. Here is a picture and video. Can anyone tell me what they are and if i should get rid of them how would i do this?

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Howdy, and welcome to the Farm!

Springtails are a good thing. They are a sign of a healthy biome in your soil. Don't try to kill them, you will only cause more problems. Keep up the good work and best of luck!