He likely can't grow at home 'cause the parents would object. Yes, you have a chance to grow in a vacant lot. Your main problems would be other kids and water. If the plant can get enough water, if the soil is half way decent (maybe add some manure-99 cents at Ace hardware stores, not much more elsewhere) and if the neighborhood kids don't rip you off, it's doable. Pick the right spot, and good luck! I have found pot plants growing among some elderly lady's roses and in city planters, and in a trash pile that was supposed to be burnt- it's a weed! Give it half a chance and it will survive! - Granny:hippy: