Dave, glad to know that you grow Black Magic and other EEs, too. I think they are increasing in popularity.
I found so few people with the same problem (aphids) on the internet that it must be uncommon. I don't know why they attacked mine, but you can see by the photos that it was definitely an onslaught. I think I have them whipped for the short run. Will have to keep my eyes open for the long run.
Carol