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Tea Plant
Camellia sinensis 'Tea'
Pronunciation: ka-MEE-lee-ah sih-NEN-sis
SKU #41310
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 6 to 15 ft. tall, 4 to 8 ft. wide.
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| Description | This evergreen shrub or small tree is the source of caffeinated teas; white, green, and black. Slow growing and easily maintained. Small, fragrant white flowers bloom in fall and winter. The dense foliage takes well to pruning and is perfect for a privacy screen, foundation planting, or hedge. Heat and drought tolerant and can perform well in full sun, unlike many other Camellia species. |
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| Bloom Time | Fall and winter |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant |
| Landscape Use | Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | Provide acidic soil with good drainage. Water deeply, regularly during the first year to establish an extensive root system. For optimal tea production, or to control the plant size, prune to 4 to 5 feet just before spring growth. |
| Lore | According to legend, tea has been known in China since about 2700 bce. Around the 3rd century ce it became a daily drink, and tea cultivation and processing began. Smaller young leaves and leaf buds are used for making green tea, the older larger leaves for oolong and black tea, and the buds for white tea. |
Details
| Description | This evergreen shrub or small tree is the source of caffeinated teas; white, green, and black. Slow growing and easily maintained. Small, fragrant white flowers bloom in fall and winter. The dense foliage takes well to pruning and is perfect for a privacy screen, foundation planting, or hedge. Heat and drought tolerant and can perform well in full sun, unlike many other Camellia species. |
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| Bloom Time | Fall and winter |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant |
Style
| Landscape Use | Hedge, Privacy Screen |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide acidic soil with good drainage. Water deeply, regularly during the first year to establish an extensive root system. For optimal tea production, or to control the plant size, prune to 4 to 5 feet just before spring growth. |
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History
| Lore | According to legend, tea has been known in China since about 2700 bce. Around the 3rd century ce it became a daily drink, and tea cultivation and processing began. Smaller young leaves and leaf buds are used for making green tea, the older larger leaves for oolong and black tea, and the buds for white tea. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Tea Plant produce flowers?
Fall and winter
Is Tea Plant evergreen or deciduous?
Tea Plant is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Tea Plant?
Tea Plant is Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators.
How fast does Tea Plant grow?
Tea Plant has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Tea Plant?
Tea Plant grows in an Rounded habit.
Where can I use Tea Plant in my landscape?
Tea Plant is suitable for: Hedge, Privacy Screen.
What color are Tea Plant flowers?
Tea Plant produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Tea Plant?
Tea Plant has Green foliage.
How do I care for Tea Plant?
Provide acidic soil with good drainage. Water deeply, regularly during the first year to establish an extensive root system. For optimal tea production, or to control the plant size, prune to 4 to 5 feet just before spring growth.
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