Sugar Plant Herb Seeds

Sugar Plant Herb Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

A unique perennial herb producing sweet-tasting leaves that can be used as a natural sugar substitute.

 

Known botanically as Stevia rebaudiana, this variety is valued for its intense sweetness, medicinal properties, and ease of cultivation.

 

Sugar Plant offers abundant harvests of fresh leaves ideal for teas, desserts, and healthy cooking, making it one of the most admired choices for home gardeners seeking natural alternatives.

 

Its compact habit and reliable performance make it a favourite for gardeners seeking both productivity and novelty.

 

Seed Quantity Approx 0.2 grams

 

Sowing & Growing

When to Sow February to April indoors for transplanting outdoors after frost

Germination 7 to 21 days at 20–25°C

Soil & Position Fertile, well drained soil; prefers full sun and warm conditions

Height/Spread 30–60cm with bushy growth

Harvesting June to September, picking leaves regularly for fresh use or drying

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist fine compost in trays or pots. Lightly cover with compost or vermiculite. Maintain warmth until seedlings emerge. Transplant when large enough to handle into individual pots and grow on before planting outdoors after frost. Space plants 30cm apart in prepared beds or containers.

 

Grow & Maintenance

Grow in fertile soil with regular watering. Sugar Plant thrives in sunny sites and benefits from mulching to retain moisture. Harvest leaves regularly to encourage bushy growth. Suitable for borders, herb gardens, and containers. Protect young plants from slugs and cold weather.

 

Uses & Benefits

Perfect for teas, desserts, and healthy cooking. Sugar Plant produces sweet leaves that can be used fresh or dried as a natural sugar substitute. Highly suitable for home gardens, allotments, and container planting.

 

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