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[INDOOR-GARDENING:219] Millipedes or Centipedes in Soil

I am having a problem with millipedes and centipedes in the soil of my
Dieffenbachia Maculata (Dumb Cane).  They are dark, slow and coil when
disturbed.

Last night, I saw two of them on top the soil I sprayed them with an
insecticidal soap as suggested by a nursery.  They died.  I was curious to
know if I should take them out of the soil or just leave them in the soil?

Secondly, I would think that eggs were probably laid or that there maybe
more ... how do I prevent the eggs from hatching or kill others living in
the soil.

My thought would be to either soak the soil with the insecticidal soap or to
repot it using a fresh media.  Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Dawn
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