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Hummingbird and Butterfly Gardening: Passifloras, 0 by knolan

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knolan wrote:
Hi Chuck,

I don't have 'Lavender Lady' but I have 'Incense'. Last year, it grew so nicely and covered a pretty big trellis (8' x 8' ). Around early to mid summer I noticed the GF cats on it and letthem just eat away. Eventually, I saw the butterflies laying their eggs and more cats. Then, in a period of three days, the entire vine was devoured. Honestly, I thought the plant was dead and wouldn't come back.

This is a night picture but I'm amazed. I've had over 10 blooms a day for a two week period and many more are coming. I guess this plant knows it has babies to feed.

I with Beth - I too am so in love with the passies. I have a 'Lady Margaret' and 'Blue Bouquet' in the back. My Lady Margaret is also blooming profusely. Lovely, lovely plant and such a good provider.

Good luck to you.