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Stevia

Stevia

Stevia rebaudiana

Medium difficultyYear-roundHerbs
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Sunlight
Partial Sun
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Watering
Moderate
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Min pot size
10" pot
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Start from
Cuttings or nursery-raised seedlings

About Stevia

Natural sweetener plant containing zero-calorie steviol glycosides. Leaves 200-300 times sweeter than sugar without affecting blood glucose. Perennial herb suitable for container growing.

Climate requirements

Ideal temperature
20-30°C
Heat stress above
38°C
Cold stress below
10°C
Humidity
High
Rain sensitivity
Moderate

Growth stages

Stage 1
Seedling
Day 0–25
Stage 2
Vegetative
Day 26–89
Stage 3
Harvest
Day 90–120

Common pests and diseases

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