الثلاثاء، 22 مارس 2011

Growing of Stevia


Growing of Stevia......


The cultivation of Stevia

Site: Stevia plants like a rich clay soil and need to get it about 3-4 hours of sunlight per day. Their roots are feeder near the surface, it is recommended to ad-compost for extra nutrients if your soil is sandy. Stevia roots are sensitive to moisture. Be careful when watering and ensure that their soil drains easily. Frequent light watering is best during the summer months.

Propagation: Stevia is difficult to start from seed. It is best to "prove sweet"starter plants from a reputable nursery to buy.

Growing Young Stevia plants are sensitive to low temperatures, they should wait until any chance of frost has past and soil temperatures are 50 to 60 degrees Celsius before transplant them in your herb garden. Plant 18-24 inches apart. This plant will grow to about 1-2 feet high and wide. You can grow Stevia in the interior. Hydroponics systems work well or 10 to 12 in. tank filled with a slightly growing mixture. Add some more to the point for the swallow roots.

Harvesting: Cut to harvest stevia, the tips of the branches about a third of the way down. The branches have new growth at this point, it will grow fuller.

Culinary uses: In order to enjoy stevia for sweetening powers, has the flavor is extracted from the leaves. You have to steep the leaves in hot liquid (water or tea, coffee, etc.) for about 5 minutes. Sweetened hot water can be condensed and used to sweeten baked goods, fruits and desserts of all kinds. A fresh stevia leaf is a cup of tea or coffee or a glass of lemonade to sweeten. Or put the leaves baked beans, barbecue sauce, salad dressings, soups, stews and

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