Fiddle-Leaf Fig Fungus Gnats: Undo the Repotting

Your Ficus lyrata gnat problem stems from repotting a new plant into a 4-gal pot with "Moisture Smart" mix. Excess wet soil = gnat nursery + root rot risk.

Fix It Now

1. Unpot. Remove ALL added soil (under, around, top of rootball).
2. Return to original 1-gal pot (or same size). No extra soil.
3. Water when soil surface feels dry.

Why This Works

• Eliminates gnat larvae habitat.
• Restores proper wet/dry cycle for roots.
• Adult gnats die in a week; no larvae = no new generation.

Light (west window) is fine. New plants: no repotting for 6+ months. One pot size up only.