Powdery mildew is so ugly, isn't it??!! Absolutely hate seeing it.
Some things to check and be aware of that can cause mildew. Over fertilizing, watering the foliage, not enough space between plants, too high/low soil ph and possibly mulch too close to the plant in damp areas.
Another thing you might try is a milk/water spray in late spring before it shows up next year, repeated every few weeks. Have read good things about doing the same with baking soda if soil acidity is high. Copper based fungicide would be the next step up.