Description
Camellia sinensis ‘Tea’
Pronunciation: ka-MEE-lee-ah sih-NEN-sis
| DESCRIPTION | This evergreen shrub or small tree is the source of caffeinated teas; white, green, and black. Slow growing and easily maintained. Small, fragrant white flowers bloom in fall and winter. The dense foliage takes well to pruning and is perfect for a privacy screen, foundation planting, or hedge. Heat and drought tolerant and can perform well in full sun, unlike many other Camellia species. |
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| LIGHT | Full sun, Partial sun |
| WATERING | Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry. |
| BLOOMS | Fall and winter |
| MATURE SIZE | Reaches 6 to 15 ft. tall, 4 to 8 ft. wide. |
