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Stevia
Stevia rebaudiana
herb
Subtropical perennial herb from Paraguay whose leaves are 200-300 times sweeter than sugar with no calories.
In Zone 7b, right now
Not suited to Zone 7b
This one grows best in Zones 9a–11b. It may struggle in your area.
Edible?
Yes — herb — leaves & stems
Small space?
Yes — fits a balcony
Sun
Full sun (6+ hrs)
Comes back yearly?
Yes — perennial
Harvest in
90 days
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