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Question From: 
jent in  brisbane ,  brisbane  NSW

 

Nature of problem: 
dry spanish moss

 

Type of Plant (if known): 
spanish moss

 

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself): 
very dry and britte

 

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type: 
none

 

How often do you water the plant:
once a week

 

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
none

 

What type of plant is it:
spanish moss

 

How long since you planted it:
none

 

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
none

 

Is the plant indoors or outdoors: 
outdoor

 

Is the plant in a pot or in the ground: 
no

 

What other treatments have you given the plant: 
water

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Other Comments: 
very dry looks dead it was fine a week ago, it was left under carport on a pot plant hanging with a plant

 

Answer: Hi Jent, From what you say, the plant probably died for want of more light. Like all Tillandsias, Spanish Moss needs a lot of sunlight.  Don

 

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