Stevia

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