After seeing Tim's post, it seemed an appropriate title.
My purple poppy plants which were growing so robustly now have black aphids on the leaf undersides plus dry brown patches on leaves, curled tips-whether this is due to aphids or not, I don't know. Tried sponging the aphids with soapy water but heard some leaves crack. I hate to water them more since we've had a good bit of rain.
There was only one ladybug going after the aphids.
I'm so disappointed- had really looked forward to my first purple poppy. Any grand suggestions?