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Now you can grow your own calorie-free, carbohydrate-free, low-glycemic sweetener at home! Stevia, also called sweetleaf, is up to 300 times sweeter than sugar, so a little goes a long way. Some say the leaves have a slight, pleasant, anise aftertaste. The bushy, 18"-30" tall plants can be grown in 10"-12" diameter containers. Leaves are sweetest just before the plant flowers in late summer to fall. Grown as an annual, although perennial in USDA zones 10 and warmer.
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- Variety Info
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Variety Info
Family: Asteraceae
Native: Paraguay and Brazil
Hardiness: Grown as an annual, although perennial in USDA zones 10 and warmer.
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Late summer to fall
Plant Dimensions: 18"–30" tall, 18" wide
Variety Info: An upright leafy plant with brittle stems and elliptical, toothed leaves. Plants produce small, white, tubular flowers in late summer to fall.
Attributes: Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: Not recommended.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date. Optimal soil temperature is 70°–75°F.
Days to Emerge: 7–21 days
Seed Depth: ⅛" or barely cover
Seed Spacing: 18"
Row Spacing: 20"–24"
Thinning: Not required
Growing Info
Harvesting: Best flavor (highest stevioside content) is right before the plant flowers. Harvest in the morning after dew has dried. The entire plant can be cut or pick individual leaves or branches at any growth stage. To allow growth to continue, never remove more than ⅓ of the plant at a time. In very mild climates, plant may re-grow after cutting back to 4"–6" above the base.
- Alma H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsNov 18, 20245 Stars
I am so pleased with Botanical Interest. The package of stevia seeds I originally received only had approximately 6 seeds instead of 12 seeds. When I called the company and told them what had occurred, they did not hesitate to send me a replacement package. I sowed the first package of 6 seeds of which 5 germinated! I am looking forward to harvesting the leaves to use for my health benefit! I have had very good customer service with Botanical Interest. They stand behind their product integrity. Their seeds are of good quality and have a high germination rate.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner - Cole B.Rated 5 out of 5 starsMar 9, 20245 Stars
I ordered these seeds last year and didn’t expect any to germinate this year, but I decided to try anyway. There was very good germination rate with them under a grow light in a humidity dome. I look forward to the stevia plants to come. Thanks Botanical Interests!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Christy T.CT, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 starsMay 2, 2026Just buy starts 😩
The first order of Stevia seeds came with only 5 seeds. I let the team know and they resent another pack for free. The next packet of seeds had 10 seeds. I understand that these seeds are hard to germinate. I only got 3 to germinate. 🤷🏻♀️. It is what it is.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedEGEpic GardeningMay 4, 2026Hey Christy,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you faced with the Candy Stevia Seeds. Stevia seeds can be tricky to germinate, and we appreciate your patience through the process. We're glad our team was able to send you a replacement pack, and we understand your frustration with the germination results. Your honest feedback helps us continue to improve, and we truly value your support. Keep on growing 🌻
- Wendy F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 10, 2026Germination after 3 days!!!
I saw tiny leaves this morning (Tuesday) after planting last Friday. Wow. I'm excited to see what I can do with the leaves when they're mature.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningFeb 16, 2026Hey Wendy,
You truly have a green thumb! We're absolutely thrilled to hear your Candy Stevia Seeds are off to such a fantastic start! You're going to love experimenting with this natural sweetener from your own garden. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your growing success with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- MichaelRated 2 out of 5 starsFeb 5, 20262 Stars
Pretty pricey for 12 seeds i didnt know id only get 12 seeds
