Tiny White Bugs in Jade Plant Soil: Fungus Gnat Larvae or Soil Mites?

Tiny (<1/8") whitish bugs in soil are usually harmless soil mites or fungus gnat larvae—symptoms of overwatering or unsterilized soil.

Treatment

1. Dry out completely: Let soil dry nearly to bottom.
2. Submerge pot: In water up to rim for 30 mins—critters flee to surface.
3. Drain & dry again before next watering.

Jade Plant Best Practices

• Small pot: Jades like tight quarters.
• Direct sun: 4+ hours daily.
• Water: Thoroughly, then dry out completely.
• Soil: Cactus/succulent mix with extra perlite.

Bugs won't harm plant if moisture corrected.