Japanese Tea Plant Seeds - Herbal Plant

Japanese Tea Plant Seeds produce evergreen shrubs known for their fine-textured glossy green leaves and compact, upright branching habit. This variety is commonly associated with high-quality tea cultivation and is well suited for cool to mild subtropical climates. The plants develop dense foliage and small white flowers under suitable growing conditions. They are often grown in home gardens, containers, and small-scale plantations. Japanese tea plants prefer acidic, well drained soil with consistent moisture and partial shade for best growth. Once established, they form long-lived shrubs suitable for ornamental and edible garden use.

Features

• Fine-leaf evergreen tea shrub variety
• Compact and upright growth habit
• Suitable for cooler and mild climates
• Adapted to acidic soil conditions
• Ideal for garden and container cultivation

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Camellia sinensis var. sinensis
• Common Name: Japanese Tea Plant
• Seed Type / Variety: Evergreen tea shrub seed
• Growth Habit: Evergreen perennial shrub
• USDA Zones: 7 to 9
• Planting Season: Spring and fall
• Growing Season: Year round in mild climates
• Sowing Season: March to May, September to November
• Germination Time and Conditions: 30 to 60 days in warm moist soil (20°C to 25°C), may benefit from light soaking or pre-moist stratification
• Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun to filtered sunlight
• Soil Requirements: Acidic, well drained, organic rich soil (pH 4.5–6.5)
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering with consistent moisture, avoid drying out
• Mature Plant Size: Height 100 to 250 cm, spread 100 to 180 cm
• Plant Spacing: 90 to 150 cm apart