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Spanish Moss on Crape Myrtles: Harmless, Pull If Unsightly

Spanish moss doesn't harm crape myrtles—it's an epiphyte (pineapple relative) using branches for support, feeding on rainwater nutrients. If objectionable, pull with a fishing pole and relocate. No chemical control needed or registered.

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