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Stevia
$ 3.75
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Stevia rebaudiana
Stevia is a tender perennial best grown as an annual. Mature plants are 3 feet tall. The leaves are 200 to 300 times sweeter than sugar. Stevia is native to South America where its name Kaa he-e means sweet herb. If grown as a house plant, it will go dormant in the winter. Pinch off flowers that develop, as the plant can die back after blossoming. 15 seeds
Planting
Annual
Germination: 10-21 days
Seed Planting Depth: on surface, lightly press in
Starting Indoors/Outdoors: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Provide 70-75 degree soil temperature.Transplant 12" apart.
Light Needs: Full sun
Soil Needs: Stevia needs vaerage, moist but well drained soil
Uses: Culinary, ornamental