{"product_id":"15-stevia-seeds-sweet-herb-plant-natural-sugar-substitute-stevia-rebaudiana","title":"15 Stevia Seeds - Sweet Herb Plant Natural Sugar Substitute - Stevia rebaudiana","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow your own natural sweetener with these Stevia seeds (Stevia rebaudiana). This perennial herb produces sweet-tasting leaves that can be used fresh, dried, or powdered as a calorie-free sugar alternative. The plant features small green leaves and delicate white flowers when mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStevia thrives in USDA zones 9-11 as a perennial, but can be grown as an annual in cooler climates. For optimal growth, provide full sun to partial shade (6-8 hours of sunlight daily) and well-draining soil with moderate moisture. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, being careful not to overwater. Plants typically reach 1-2 feet in height and can be harvested throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost, pressing seeds lightly into soil surface as they need light to germinate. Maintain consistent moisture and warmth (70-75°F) for best germination results. Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed, spacing plants 18-24 inches apart. Stevia leaves are sweetest when harvested just before flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for herb gardens, container growing, or as a natural sweetener source. These seeds offer an opportunity to cultivate your own sustainable sugar substitute right at home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"8 Store Seeds Sejahtera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44033420853345,"sku":"seed - stevia seeds-6","price":10.32,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/0796\/7073\/files\/download_80314118-3d13-4b15-8205-50877608551b.jpg?v=1776409823","url":"https:\/\/8storeseedsejahtera.store\/products\/15-stevia-seeds-sweet-herb-plant-natural-sugar-substitute-stevia-rebaudiana","provider":"8 Store Seeds Sejahtera","version":"1.0","type":"link"}