What to do - Green Moss on New Catt Bark?

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Originally Posted by jiblylegs

I’m curious what particular concerns you might have, but I can’t imagine there is a safe way besides carefully peeling it away from the media. I would not use a chemical treatment if they exist. Moss, though quite different evolutionarily from vascular plants, are still plants and anything that kills moss probably has potential to harm the orchid just as much?

J-legs - I like see nice clean bark at the base of the plants. Plus, I am concerned that there might be bugs, mites, etc hiding in it! Repotting it in new bark is my best option. I will not use chemicals. Thanks everyone for your advice.