Stevia Stevia rebaudiana

Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) is a tender perennial grown for natural sweetener for teas and desserts. It prefers bright light; south or west window ideal and free-draining potting compost, reaching about 40–60 cm. Harvest in leaves before flowering for the best flavour and aroma.

• Sun: Bright light; south or west window ideal
• Soil: Free-draining potting compost
• Watering: Water when the top compost dries; avoid soggy pots
• Harvest: Leaves before flowering
• Difficulty: Moderate