Where to buy stevia plants

Those that have done well here have been heavily mulched with small bark chips, which contributes to the acidity level of the soil. And, while we have not fertilized the plants in the garden, we do garden organically, which continually maintains the health of the soil and provides excellent drainage.

Tips for Growing Stevia: 1. Plant outside after all danger of frost. Place in six to eight hours of sun. Mulch with compost or bark up to three inches deep and two feet in diameter. Make sure to leave an open collar about two inches wide around the small plant at first.

Keep plants well irrigated. In cold areas, bring plants in and place under 14 hours of fluorescent lighting hung three inches above the plants or treat as an annual. Tips for Using Fresh Stevia: 1. Add several leaves to any cup of hot liquid. Approximately 3 tablespoons chopped fresh Stevia equals one cup of Sugar or 1 teaspoon processed Stevia extract powder. Email Required. Review Subject Required. Comments Required. Current Stock:.

Stevia Stevia rebaudiana Herb in 9cm Pot Stevia Rebaudiana is a perennial herb in the Chrysanthemum family which grows wild as a small shrub in parts of Paraguay and Brazil.

Additional Information. Related Products. Quick view Add to Cart. A fairly controversial plant in modern times, Stevia is banned in some countries due to lack of research on its effects and the fact that because it is naturally occurring, there is no patent for the herb. First used commercially in Japan, who remains the largest producer and consumer of Stevia and Stevia by products, it can be found in the United States in artificial sweeteners or as a dietary supplement.

Also used in many weight loss and specialized diet foods because it has little to no caloric value, preliminary studies show that it does not raise blood glucose levels and may be more healthy for diabetics.

Stevia is a great culinary herb and its leaves can be used to sweeten teas and drinks, custards, desserts and more. It is not recommended as a replacement for processed sugar when baking, as Stevia doesn't caramelize or crystallize like sugar does and this difference in chemical reactions when heated may not produce a flavorful or expected outcome. The leaves themselves have a faintly licorice like taste when used fresh and the plant is easy to grow if kept warm.

It will continuously flower and will do best in doors in a pot or container if grown in a zone where the weather gets cold and rainy. Search 0 Cart. Comment: I buy this herb every year because I love the way I can use the leaves to sweeten drinks and other foods. This is a natural sweetener much healthier than sugar. The plants get nice and big. You can dry the leaves and crush or grind up to sweeten your foods and drinks.

These are always nice strong plants from GrowJoy. Comment: Stevia arrived in good shape and as advertised. Thanks for good service and good plants! Our Products : Herb Plants. Stevia Herb Plant. Stevia Herb Plant Rated:.

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