Herb
Can you grow Stevia on a balcony?
Stevia rebaudiana
Yes — grows well in pots
Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) grows well on a balcony in a suitable container. It needs full sun — around 6+ hours of direct sun a day. Harvest leaves before flowering for best sweetness; leaves used fresh or dried. All figures below are sourced from RHS and the Old Farmer's Almanac.
Sun
☀️ Full sun (6+ h)
Water
Medium
Difficulty
Moderate
Hardiness
Annual
Container fit
Good
Sow
Tender perennial usually grown as a half-hardy annual; plant out only after all frost risk has passed. Prefers sandy soil in a warm, sunny position.
Harvest
Harvest leaves before flowering for best sweetness; leaves used fresh or dried
Balcony tip: Grow in a warm, sheltered sunny spot in free-draining, sandy compost; bring the pot indoors over winter since stevia is tender and won't survive frost.
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What size pot does Stevia need?
Container size for Stevia isn't specified by our sources for a single value — as a rule, give roots room and don't let a small pot dry out. Check the linked RHS/Almanac page.
How much sun does Stevia need on a balcony?
Stevia wants full sun — about 6+ hours of direct sun daily. Match it to your balcony's aspect before buying seed.
When do you sow Stevia?
Tender perennial usually grown as a half-hardy annual; plant out only after all frost risk has passed. Prefers sandy soil in a warm, sunny position.. Timing shifts with your climate/USDA zone — the linked sources give the detail.
Sources & date
- RHS: Stevia
- Data as of: 2026-07-10
- Container sizes and timings are guidance — adjust to your climate/USDA zone and balcony aspect.