My Entire Bell and Jalapeno Pepper Raised Bed Has Wilted and Died

The plants were healthy and blooming and small fruit had formed. Suddenly, within a matter of days all the plants wilted and died. I checked all the leaves and could see no sign of aphids. I have gardened for many years and never had this happen. What happened?

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#1 Comment By Anonymous On 06/07/2011 @ 1:28 pm

It sounds like your plants eiether got Fusarium or Verticillium wilt. While these are common to tomatoes, they can also affect peppers. Once it gets into a bed, it spreads to all plants in the bed. This article will explain more:
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