This houseplant mistake could turn your home into a bug nightmare

Name: Bringing plants inside this fall? How to keep the pests out
Uploaded: 2026-10-02T18:46:44.589Z
Duration: 35 s
Channel: The Weather Channel
Description: Bringing outdoor houseplants inside for fall? Wiping down the leaves won't keep bugs out of your home because pests can hide in the soil. Learn how to treat...

ByMiriam GuthrieandStephanie Nims•

2 days ago

Updated: October 5, 2026, 5:58 am EDTPublished: October 5, 2026, 5:29 am EDT

Bringing outdoor houseplants inside for fall? Wiping down the leaves won't keep bugs out of your home because pests can hide in the soil. Learn how to treat your plants properly to avoid a bug infestation in your home.