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Spider Mites on Strawberry
How to identify and get rid of spider mites on Strawberry. Size: 0.5mm.
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Identifying spider mites on Strawberry
Fine stippling and a dull, dusty appearance on leaves, with delicate webbing in heavier infestations, most common during hot, dry weather.
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Life cycle
Complete life cycle in 1–2 weeks in hot, dry conditions. Can produce 13+ generations per year.
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Damage to Strawberry
Feeding causes stippled, discoloured leaves and can significantly reduce fruit yield and quality in heavy infestations.
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How to treat spider mites on Strawberry
Spray forcefully with water to dislodge mites, focusing on leaf undersides, and follow with a miticide or neem oil for persistent infestations.
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Preventing spider mites on Strawberry
Keep plants consistently watered during hot weather, since drought-stressed strawberries are more vulnerable to spider mites.