Green Tea

Green Tea Plant (Camellia sinensis)

The Green Tea Plant is the very source of all traditional teas — green, black, white, and oolong. A beautiful evergreen shrub with glossy foliage, it is both ornamental and productive, making it a must-have for tea lovers and collectors alike. Fresh young leaves can be harvested and processed at home to enjoy your own truly homegrown cup of tea.

Features:

Ideal prune height: 1m to 1.8m

pH growing conditions: 5.0–6.5

Shade or full sun: Prefers dappled light to part sun (sheltered from harsh afternoon heat)

Minimum pot year 5: 45–75L

The Green Tea Plant is hardy, long-lived, and thrives in well-draining, acidic soil with regular watering. It’s suitable for pots or garden planting, with the added benefit of being easily pruned into a dense, attractive hedge. The foliage is lush and glossy, and new growth is tender and perfect for tea-making.

A rewarding but challenging plant for gardeners who enjoy both ornamental beauty and a functional harvest, this tea shrub is well-suited to Perth’s climate with some protection from extreme scorching heat.

Fresh tea leaves can be steamed or pan-fired for green tea, or processed differently to create black, oolong, or white tea — all from the same plant!

Pickup location: Parkwood (near Riverton) by appointment.

Limited stock – secure yours today!

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