tea plant (Camellia Sinensis) - Shrubs

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun, Partial sun

Hardiness zone

7-9

Minimum temperature

0°F (−18°C)

Soil type

Loam, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acidic

tea plant

Camellia Sinensis

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial sun
Hardiness zone: 7-9
Minimum temperature: 0°F (−18°C)
Soil type: Loam, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH: Acidic

Plant traits

Mature height5 ft-15 ft

Mature width5 ft-10 ft

Plant typeShrubs

Bloom seasonWinter, Spring

Foliage typeEvergreen

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Fire tolerant❌No

Pet safe—Safe

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Bees

tea plant (Camellia Sinensis) - Shrubs

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