Leaf Scorch symptoms on Strawberry
Leaf Scorch (fungus - Marssonina fragariae): The disease is
similar to Cercospora leaf spot. At first, small dark purple
spots up to one-fourth of an inch in diameter appear on the upper
side of the leaves. These spots never have light centers as do
those of Cercospora leaf spot and they have a more irregular
outline. The fungus can also attack other parts of the plant.
Some varieties have resistance to leaf scorch. Fungicide
applications at repeated intervals should give adequate control.
January, 1996
