Organic Tea Plant – Camellia sinensis Live Starter Plant | 6–12 Inches Tall | Rooted in Nursery Pot | Grow Green, Black & White Tea | Easy to Grow

Grow your own fresh tea at home with this Organic Tea Plant (Camellia sinensis), a healthy 6–12 inch live starter plant rooted in a 2.5 x 3.5-inch nursery pot. This large-leaf variety is the same species used worldwide to produce green, black, white, and oolong teas, making it an excellent addition to edible gardens, patios, and ornamental landscapes.

Featuring glossy evergreen foliage and fragrant white flowers that bloom in fall, the Tea Plant offers year-round beauty while providing fresh leaves for homemade tea. Young leaves and buds are commonly used for green and white teas, while mature leaves are ideal for oolong and black tea. Photos shown represent mature plants; you will receive a healthy starter plant ready to establish and grow.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Organic Tea Plant
✔️ Height: approximately 6–12 inches
✔️ Botanical Name: Camellia sinensis
✔️ Rooted in a 2.5 x 3.5-inch nursery pot
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Tea Plant, Tea Camellia
Botanical Name: Camellia sinensis
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Rooted starter plant
Sun Requirements: Partial sun to bright filtered light
Soil: Moist, acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Mature Height: 6–15 feet (can be pruned smaller for easier harvesting)
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 7–9
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant your Tea Plant in acidic, well-draining soil and provide regular moisture during the growing season. Harvest young leaves and buds in spring for the freshest homemade teas, and prune lightly to encourage bushier growth and easier harvesting.