Stevia Seeds - Sweetleaf
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Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) has been used for centuries by the indigenous Guarani people of Paraguay and Brazil who called it "ka’a he’ê" or "sweet herb." This tender perennial is well-known as a powerful sweetening agent with leaves that are about 300 times sweeter than sugar. Stevia also has traditional uses as a medicinal tea and herbal medicine, supporting digestion and fighting inflammation. This small, herbaceous plant is a wonderful addition to any home garden, offering unique flavor and a natural sweetener for your culinary explorations.
- Grow Sweetleaf Plants - Stevia, or Stevia Rebaudiana, is grown for sweet leaves. A tender perennial in warmer climates (Zone 8-11), this herb must be protected from frost. For this reason, it is typically grown as an annual or even indoors with supplementary light and heat in Zones 7 and cooler. The compact plant reaches about 18-30 inches; ideal for containers or an in-ground food plot.
- Low Germination Rates - Stevia's natural germination rate is low, around 10 to 40%. Sow indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost at 75° F. Barely cover seeds; light aids germination. Germinates in 7-14 days under optimal conditions. Each pack contains approximately 20-24 tiny seeds; handle with care. Once established, Stevia is easy to grow, low maintenance, heat-tolerant, and able to thrive in poor soil. Propagate more plants with cuttings.
- Healthy & Sweet - A low-carb, all-natural alternative to artificial sweeteners and sugar, sweetleaf can be used fresh, freeze-dried, dried, or made into an extract. A little goes a long way: 3-4 teaspoons of finely ground green powder can replace a cup of cane sugar, depending on personal preferences and sweetness. For optimal sweetness and minimal aftertaste, harvest leaves before the plant blooms and pinch off flower buds to prevent leaves from developing a bitter flavor.
Net wt. 6mg
Stevia Seeds - Sweetleaf
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Self-Reliance For The Future
- Sustainable Living - Cultivating your own herbs contributes to a more self-sufficient lifestyle. Growing your herbs allows for fresher and more flavorful additions to your dishes compared to store-bought alternatives. Plus, cultivating herbs provides a habitat for beneficial insects, promoting biodiversity in your garden.
- Easy to Grow - Seeds are packed in a beautiful paper packet with instructions for successful growing and germination in your own home garden. Each package also has instructions for saving seeds after harvest. Getting started is simple for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
- Quality Seeds - Plant now or store for future growing seasons. These seeds will remain viable for years if stored in a cool dry location. Our safe, non-hybrid non-GMO heirloom seeds are always open-pollinated, naturally grown, untreated, and selected to ensure the best germination rates
Frequently Asked Questions
What are heirloom seeds?
What are heirloom seeds?
Heirloom seeds are the types of seeds your grandparents grew. These varieties have been passed down from generation to generation. They’re old reliable open-pollinated varieties that aren’t typically grown commercially. Instead, they have a rich history that predates modern breeding techniques.
You can learn more about open-pollinated, heirloom, and non-GMO seeds in our Survival Garden Training blog.
Where are Survival Garden Seeds sourced?
Where are Survival Garden Seeds sourced?
The majority of our seeds are sourced in the United States, with a few exceptions when the seed is difficult to source domestically. Whenever we do have to source outside of the US, we ensure our seeds are safe to grow, non-GMO varieties that meet our standards for germination and reliability.
Are your seeds treated?
Are your seeds treated?
No, we do not pre-treat our farmer seeds. All of our garden seeds for sale are untreated, open-pollinated, non-GMO, and heirloom varieties. They are kept in temperature-controlled cooler storage until they are packed and shipped to keep them pest and disease-free.
In what zones can I grow your seeds?
In what zones can I grow your seeds?
The seeds in our collections are specifically chosen from varieties that can be successfully grown from Zone 3 to Zone 10 USDA Hardiness Zones. However, individual varieties have specific needs to thrive in different environments. Each seed pack has optimal temperatures for germination and instructions on seed starting. Consult local frost dates to plan your garden and get the most out of your seeds.
What is the shelf life of these gardening seeds?
What is the shelf life of these gardening seeds?
Our seeds will generally last for 3-10 years if they are appropriately stored in a cool, dry place. However, we encourage you to grow your survival seeds within a year or two of purchase. This yields the best germination rates possible and also gives you more experience growing survival food now. At the end of the growing season, follow the instructions on the back of each packet for saving seeds for future gardens. These new seeds for survival will be more adapted to thrive in the growing conditions where you are.
