Of course this is assuming you are already growing Stevia. If not, it's an easy herb to grow. It is hardy in zones 9 and 10 and is grown as an annual otherwise. I grow mine in a big pot and winter it over in the cool greenhouse. It grows fast and likes moist soil and sunshine.
Harvest the leaves at any time but be sure to harvest them all in the fall before frost. I don't let mine bloom because it wants to go to seed after it blooms. Besides, cutting it makes it fuller with lots more leaves.
For Stevia liquid:

Strip the leaves from stems and grind in a coffee grinder or use a motor and pestle like I did.
Some people use the leaves dried as a sweetener. It works and is healthy (300 times sweeter than sugar). I personally don't care for the taste but you should try it for yourself. .
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