Camellia sinensis
The profuse flowering, dense, round evergreen Camellia sinensis, is an excellent ornamental whose leaves are used for white, green, and black teas. Leaves are glossy dark green and fall flowers are white with yellow centers. The bush is compact and round 6'tall and 5' wide. Tea is sensitive to strong winter winds and can defoliate from being too cold, however Tea Camellia is as hardy or hardier than most camellia. In Zone 7 plants do well protected on the east side of a building. Generally, tea enjoys dappled shade. The bush is not susceptible to insect damage or disease. Leaves are harvested throughout the growing season, picked when they are small. Space 6' circle. Zones 6b-8.
Plant Characteristics | |
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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 |
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