Growing Tea Plant (Camellia sinensis (forum)

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Has anyone had any experience growing tea. From what i've read, camellias in general seem to prefer shade, whereas most of the recommendations for camellia sinensis seem to suggest sunny spots. How do you think one would go in a very shady spot? I'm not that interested in harvesting tea as such, just thought it would be an interesting plant to grow to complement my coffee plant!

Time: 17th May 2010 12:04pm

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micarle says...
These plants are very tough!!! I worked at a place that had two hedge's both were about 300m long and 1m in height!! Those plants were facing North and in full sun all day long. There was no irrigation in the area so they had to make do. hope this helps M

Time: 18th May 2010 7:28pm

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Mr Urban Orchard says...


Just checking ... i am in the search for a cutting of the Camillia Sinensis and or assam ( tea leaf plant ) ! If i buy seed... which are hard enough to find or a seedling i still have to wait 3 years to harvest ... where as a cutting i assume, would be ready to go after a good growing season. If you can help i am happy to pay postage . thanks for your time

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Time: 17th July 2011 6:29pm

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