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Stevia

Sweet Herb (Stevia rebaudiana)

  • Benefits:
  • Increases energy level and mental activity
  • Assists in keeping body?s blood sugar in balance
  • Improves digestion
  • Aids in healing cuts when placed directly on wound
  • Beneficial for hypoglycemia
  • Aids weight management (low caloric)
  • Reduces desire for tobacco and alcoholic beverages
  • Effective results seen when applied to acne, dermatitis and eczema

  • Category: Annual, Herbs
  • Hardiness Zone:8-11
  • Height:18-24 Inches
  • Spread:18 Inches
  • Bloom Color: White
  • Foliage Color: Green

A natural substitute for refined sugar! Leaves are 20-30 times sweeter than sugar cane. A flavorful addition to your kitchen or patio.

Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Green
Soil Moisture
Well-Drained
Attributes
Container
Culinary
Dried Flower/Foliage
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Spring
Summer
Additional Information about Stevia

Native to Brazil and Paraguay.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Stevia

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.