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Camellia sinensis

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Camellia sinensis, commonly known as the Camellia Tea Plant, Tea Shrub, or Tea Tree, is the variety from which the drink tea is derived. It is an evergreen shrub that produces dainty, single, scented, white flowers with a blush of lemon. It typically reaches 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Camellia sinensis is commonly grown as specimen, clipped into a hedge, added to a mixed planting, used in cottage or “white” gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants.

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The average plant height is 70 cm
$33.74
The average plant height is 70 cm
$38.15
The average plant height is 60 cm
$48.44

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Suited to regions:Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:2.00 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Spring, Winter
Tolerances:
Garden uses:Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
Garden styles:Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, White
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asTea Plants, Camellia Tea Plant, Camellia sinensis Plant, Camellia Tea Plant, Camelia chinensis, Thea sinensis, Camellia chinensis, Camellia sinensis

Camellia sinensis Details

Camellia sinensis, commonly known as the Camellia Tea Plant, Tea Shrub, or Tea Tree, is the variety from which the drink tea is derived. It is an evergreen shrub that produces dainty, single, scented, white flowers with a blush of lemon. These appear in winter and spring and contrast well with the glossy, green foliage. It is a relatively compact plant with an upright growth habit and typically reaches 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Best results with this plant are achieved when it is grown in full sun on a well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. It is tolerant of cool and humid climates as well as moderate frost once established. Camellia sinensis is commonly grown as specimen, clipped into a hedge, added to a mixed planting, used in cottage or “white” gardens, planted around outdoor living areas, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants. It is also well suited to being maintained in a container. For hedging space plants 50 cm apart.

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5 from 2 customers
Michael Crawford - Auckland
Melanie White - Auckland

Well packed, strong & heathy plant, and we got it 2 days after we ordered.

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