replying to Marky Marky!, Robert C Richards wrote: I've just read the original question/problem from 2008, and all the answers that aren't answers. The lady had an angel trumpet/brugmansia, not a datura/devil's trumpet... my first "go to" whenever I have a new plant problem, whether in a pot or in the ground, is to 1) take a cutting of the area/part in question to my local agriculture extension office. There is usually someone there who can identify the problem and give me a solution or a science based "try this". 2) I take a soil sample to the extension office.. if you've never done one, they're easy and the folks at the extension office can tell you how to do it; give you the box and paperwork to complete (no charge for advice) In my area (NC), the soil samples are free from April thru Nov. Take the soil sample back to the extension office; they will send it to their participating USDA soil lab for analysis. The results will be posted online (usually about 2-3 wks) and you can get the results online. The analysis will tell you what, if anything needs to be added to the soil for optimal growth of the particular pant(s) that you are trying to grow. Most of the extension offices have plant clinics during the summer.. also free .. where you can call, email, or walk in. Most problems related to insects, fungus, mold, and some viruses can be identified while yoiu wait. Once you're armed with this information, git on with it.. good luck, call your extension office. They are a wealth of information. All at no cost.