Strawberry plants - leaves curling inward with brown spots...

[Russel Sprout]

Hi all

My first year strawberry plants got off to a bad start start this year after they were attacked by a summer hail storm of epic proportions.

They recovered well though and have been doing fine. The last couple of days though I noticed that some of the leaves are curling inward and have brown spots/marks.

I've taken some pics and wondered if anyone with more experience and knowledge could help me diagnose what's up, and point me in the direction of what needs doing.

Many thanks

Max

[Ryez]

The symptoms look a lot like powdery mildew, a fungus. I had it on some of my blueberries. Not entirely sure how to treat it. I cut as many of the affected leaves I could and placed them in a sunny spot.

Here is a link I found regarding strawberries being affected by it. It also has pictures and info.

Powdery Mildew - Strawberries - Ontario CropIPM

But I am sure more experienced people than me will pop by soon and give you some advice!

[Bigmallly]

Depends where you are and what varieties they are Max. All my Elsanta have finished now & are starting to throw new shoots & runners for next year, the old leaves are similar to yours so am just nipping them off.