Fungus Gnats on Jasmine & Angel Wing: Repotting Shock + Overwatering

Flies after repotting = fungus gnats breeding in wet, damaged roots. Wrong season (fall) + root damage = rot → gnats.

Fix

Dry out: Water only when soil dry 1–2″ down.
No saucer water.
Time heals: Roots recover slowly in short days. Gnats disappear as soil dries.
Harmless to people/pets.

Repot in spring only. Fall repotting = root rot risk.

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