Crape Myrtle Pests

The edges of the leaves on my crape myrtle tree are tattered. I’ve noticed webs here and there on the tree but no cocoons. What type of pest do I have and how does one combat it?

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#1 Comment By Nikki On 05/01/2014 @ 9:59 am

It may be spider mites or tent worms. Here are articles on both to help you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/spider-mite-detection-and-spider-mite-natural-control.htm ^[1], https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/problems/pests/tent-worms-tent-caterpillar-home-remedy.htm ^[2]

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