Tiny White Worms in Sarracenia Soil: Fungus Gnat Larvae

Small (1–2 cm) white worms on the soil surface and climbing pitchers are fungus gnat larvae. They feed on fungal mycelium and, when that's depleted, on plant roots.

Treatment

• Do not use Neem oil on soil. It's for foliar application only.
• Apply a pyrethrin-based insecticide (e.g., Safer Brand Pyrethrin) to the soil surface per label directions.
• Repeat in 7 days to break the life cycle.
• Allow soil surface to dry slightly between waterings to discourage egg-laying.

Prevention

Use fresh, well-draining peat/perlite. Avoid overwatering and standing water on the soil surface. Yellow sticky traps catch adults.