Blackfly

[1944screen]

What is the best way to treat house plants that are covered in little black flies.Cheers

[boxtops]

Buy a pest spray from Homebase or B&Q or similar, which is especially for houseplants - or, more eco-friendly, make up a dilute spray of water and washingup liquid, and spray it on the plants. Spray lightly, don't drown the plant.

[B00]

Chuck 'em out!

Yuck! Flesh crawling at the thought of 'em.

[Maydup]

I'd take them outside and wash the flies off. If the plants will stand it, spray with a hose pipe, if not be more gentle but thorough. Then i'd take the top inch of soil out and replace it.

[hammerman]

A spray of fairy liquid is usually enough to break down the grease on the bodies of aphids and kill them. 1 part fairy liquid to 10 parts water approx

[1944screen]

Thanks everyone,will give them a go.Mick