Passionflower – Passiflora incarnata or nephrodes Origin: Eastern North America and South America This particular Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is a native perennial vine found growing in sandy thickets, open fields

Japanese Millet – Echinochloa crusgalli var. frumentacea Origin: Asia  Known as the “billion dollar grass,” Japanese Millet is a wonderful wildlife plant. It is a favorite duck food and is

Areca Palm – Chrysalidocarpus lutescens Origin – Madagascar How would you like to grow fresh air in your home? It’s easy. The Areca or Butterfly Palm releases copious amounts of

Bird House Gourd – Lagenaria siceraria Origin – The Americas Want to attract Purple Martins or Tree Swallows with some low-income housing? How about making some spiffy bird feeders? If

Romaine (Cos) Lettuce – Lactuca sativa Origin – Europe I’m on week 12 of hand feeding, weaning and finally releasing baby birds (hang in there, I do get around to