Tea Camellia

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Camellia sinensis Tea

A dense, rounded evergreen shrub, Camellia sinensis is valued both as a beautiful ornamental and as the source of all true teaswhite, green, and black. Its glossy, dark green leaves contrast with charming fall blooms of white petals and yellow centers.

Compact and well-shaped, the Tea Camellia typically grows about 6 feet tall and 5 feet wide. It performs best in dappled shade and sheltered locations, especially on the east side of a building in Zone 7. Though sensitive to strong winter winds and extreme cold (which may cause temporary defoliation), its as hardy or hardier than most camellias.

Tea Camellia is naturally resistant to insects and disease. Tender young leaves are harvested throughout the growing season for tea production.
Space: 6′ circleZones: 6b8

Plant Characteristics

• Pest Resistance: Excellent
• Disease Resistance: Excellent
• Drought Tolerance: Good
• Heat Tolerance: Good
• Humidity Tolerance: Very Good
• Sun Tolerance: Poor
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair
• Shade Tolerance: Excellent
• No Spray: Excellent
• Salt Tolerance: Poor
• Deer Resistance: Fair
• Thorns: No
• Plant Type: Shrub
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Leaf
• Self-Fertile: Yes

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.