Barb,
I don't know what it is. I have not had that happen. I'm sure you've googled and read the possible causes but just in case below is,a link. I wonder if somehow some fusafium or verticullum (sp?) spore got in the soil.
http://homeguides.sfgate.com/causes-...imp-54123.html
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