How to grow green tea leaves?
The Camellia Sinensis plant is a small shrub about 1-2 meters in height, though it will grow taller if you don’t prune it. In the fall, your tea shrub will flower with small white blossoms that have a delightful scent. These plants are often grown as ornamentals. For planting, Camellia sinensis likes well-drained and sandy soil that is on the acidic side. If you are going to grow your tea in a container, add some sphagnum moss to the potting mix. You’ll need some patience, too. Your plant should be around 3 years old before you start harvesting leaves. You might be able to get seeds at your local nursary, or try online at Seedrack.com. Growing tea is only half the battle. Once your tea plant is growing well, you’ll need to harvest and process your tea leaves. From your plant, you can make black, green or oolong tea. Green Tea * Pluck the very youngest leaves and leaf buds. * Blot the leaves dry, and let dry in the shade for a few hours. * Steam the leaves (like you would vegetables) on
