Stevia Sweetleaf is an excellent addition to any herb garden, suitable for growing as a perennial in USDA Zones 9 - 10 or indoors.
This 24 inch plant is commonly used as a natural sugar substitute.
Leaves can be used directly in hot drinks or for making tea. 3 tbsp fresh leaves or 1 tsp powder is equivalent to 1 cup of sugar. Stevia can sweeten drinks without adding calories, carbohydrates, or causing tooth decay, and is safe for diabetics.
Stevia can thrive in most soils from herb seed, but it prefers sandy loam or loam high in organic matter.
Plant 10 seeds to achieve a full plant in your herb garden.