Verticillium Wilt symptoms on Strawberry
Verticillium Wilt (fungus - Verticillium albo-atrum): This is a widespread soil-borne disease of strawberries growing in cool,
poorly drained soils. Symptoms show up as a burning of the outer
margins of the leaves. Young roots turn black at the tips and die
back. If Verticillium has been a problem in your area, consider a
variety which has resistance to the wilt organism. Soil fumigation
with a chloropicrin-containing fumigant is recommended when
resistant varieties are not available. When using soil fumigants,
follow manufacturer's directions and use caution in handling the
material.
January, 1996
