Item Number: SNV7043
Strictly Medicinal Organic Stevia
Strictly Medicinal Organic Stevia
Natural Sweetener
Stevia (Yerba dulce) - Stevia rebaudiana
Sweet herb. Native to Paraguay and Brazil. Hardy to 10 degrees F. Evergreen shrub (zone 9 and up). Tender herbaceous perennial in temperate northern areas; may also be grown as an annual. Its dried leaf is used for sweetening drinks and is purportedly 250 times sweeter than sugar.
Certified Organically Grown. 25 seeds/pkt.
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Description
Description
Stevia (Yerba dulce) - Stevia rebaudiana
Sweet herb. Native to Paraguay and Brazil. Hardy to 10 degrees F. Evergreen shrub (zone 9 and up). Tender herbaceous perennial in temperate northern areas; may also be grown as an annual. Its dried leaf is used for sweetening drinks and is purportedly 250 times sweeter than sugar.
Certified Organically Grown. 25 seeds/pkt.
Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 0.01 lb
Dimensions: 5.0"L x 2.625"W x 0.1"H
Features
Features
- Container Compatible
- Does Not Require Support
- Good for Drying
- Greenhouse Compatible
- Open-Pollinated
- Requires Summer Water
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Soil & Water: Grows well in pots or rich garden soil, in full sun to part shade, humidity, and plenty of water. Requires 80-85 degrees F for germination.
Planting & Growing: Heat-dependent germinator, does best if sown just under the surface, tamped well, kept evenly moist and in direct sun or under lights or in a greenhouse with temperatures from 80 to 85 degrees F. Germination in 1 to 2 weeks. Spacing should be about 2 feet apart. Protect from slugs.
Harvesting & Storage: Harvest as late in the year as possible (while still avoiding frosts) for maximum sweetness. Harvest before flowering occurs. Dry and store in jars.
Useful Information
Useful Information
Guarantee
Guarantee
