Stevia rebaudiana
Sweet Herb (Annual)
USDA Hardiness Zone 8-11
A natural substitute for refined sugar! Leaves are 20-30 times sweeter than sugar cane. A flavorful addition to your kitchen or patio.
Height
18-24 Inches
Spread
18 Inches
Color
White
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Care:
Tolerates poor soil, heat and drought.
Does best in light, well-drained soil.
Allow soil to dry between thorough watering.
Begin snipping leaves when plant is established.
Tolerates poor soil, heat and drought.
Does best in light, well-drained soil.
Allow soil to dry between thorough watering.
Begin snipping leaves when plant is established.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Containers |
| • | Culinary |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
| • | Winter |
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
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