How to tend a Camellia sinensis
Also known as: Thea sinensis L., Camellia chinensis (Sims) Kuntze, Camellia thea Link, Camellia arborescens Hung T.Chang & F.L.Yu, Thea sinensis var. macrophylla Siebold
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Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water
Sunlight
Likes half shade, grows in places with bright scattered light
Soil
Slightly acidic soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients
Fertilizer
Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly
Pruning
Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely
About this plant
- Origin
- China
- Category
- Theaceae, Camellia
- Size
- Diameter ⥠10 cm, height ⥠20 cm
- Blooming period
- Flowering period August-December, fruiting period October-November of the next year
- Flower colors
- white, fruit color brown
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