Need Help Identifying Problem On Rose Of Sharon

I’ve had ants all over my young Rose of Sharon this summer. But a few weeks ago I began seeing black flecks of something all over the flowers. What is this (see photos)? And what can I do to get rid of it/prevent it in the future. Thanks!

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#1 Comment By luis_pr On 09/17/2021 @ 3:58 pm

The pictures are too far away to accurately identify the pests but aphids are a common pest of Rose of Sharon,. they can be black and they leave a sugary excrement called honeydew that ants love.

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