{"product_id":"stevia-50-seeds","title":"Stevia – 50 Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow your own natural, zero-calorie sweetener with our heirloom Stevia seeds. This remarkable herb, also known as \"Sugar Leaf,\" produces leaves that are intensely sweet, reportedly up to 300 times sweeter than sugar. The leaves can be used fresh or dried to sweeten teas, drinks, and desserts without adding any calories. Growing stevia is a fun and rewarding project for any gardener interested in natural health and wellness. It grows as a tender perennial, perfect for a sunny garden bed or a container that can be brought indoors for the winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e⭐ What you'll love\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe incredibly sweet leaves are a natural, zero-calorie sugar substitute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePerfect for sweetening teas, coffees, and other beverages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCan be grown in a container and overwintered indoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA fun and rewarding project to grow your own healthy sweetener.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🌿 Seed details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 50 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifecycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80-90 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9-11 (grown as an annual or container plant elsewhere)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e American Grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🌱 Growing instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e For best results, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Press seeds into the surface of the soil, as they need light to germinate. Do not cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil very warm (70-75°F) and consistently moist. Germination can be slow and erratic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed, spacing plants 18 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers average, well-draining soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Please note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStevia has a naturally low germination rate of about 50%. We recommend planting more seeds than you need to ensure success.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e✅ Our seed packets\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProfessionally designed and made.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eResealable for convenient, long-term storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes full, detailed growing instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCustom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e🚚 Shipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFlat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTracking is included with every order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52419119841573,"sku":"STEV1","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/5104\/0293\/files\/stevia-stevia-rebaudiana-50-seedssouthern-seeds-100019.jpg?v=1779478946","url":"https:\/\/world-safari-shops.myshopify.com\/products\/stevia-50-seeds","provider":"World Safari Shops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}