Tea Plant Seeds - Herbal Plant

Tea Plant is an evergreen perennial shrub grown for producing the world-famous tea leaves used for green tea, black tea, and herbal infusions. Botanically known as Camellia sinensis, this long-lived plant is ideal for home tea gardens, container growing, and subtropical landscapes. It produces glossy green foliage and small fragrant white flowers, making it both ornamental and highly useful for culinary and wellness purposes.

Features

• Produces leaves for green, black, and herbal teas
• Evergreen ornamental shrub
• Ideal for home tea gardens and containers
• Long-lived perennial plant
• Fragrant white blossoms in season
• Suitable for subtropical climates
• Low-maintenance once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Camellia sinensis
• Common Name (US): Tea Plant, Tea Bush
• Seed Type / Variety: Beverage Crop Shrub
• Growth Habit: Evergreen woody shrub
• USDA Zones: 7-9
• Planting Season: Spring or Early Summer
• Growing Season: Year-round (in suitable climates)
• Sowing Season: March-June
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: March, April, May, June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 30-90 days; warm, moist, well-drained acidic soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial shade to full sun (best in filtered light)
• Soil Requirements: Acidic, well-drained, organic-rich soil (pH 4.5–6.0)
• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture without waterlogging
• Mature Plant Size: 3-6 feet tall (can be pruned smaller)
• Plant Spacing: 3-5 feet apart