{"product_id":"tea-plant-5-seeds-heirloom-grows-green-black-white-oolong-teas-perennial-non-gmo-camellia-sinensis","title":"Tea Plant | 5 Seeds | Heirloom | Grows Green, Black, White \u0026 Oolong Teas | Perennial | Non GMO | Camellia sinensis","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"content-toggle-product-details-read-more\" class=\"wt-content-toggle__body wt-content-toggle__body--truncated wt-content-toggle__body--truncated-02\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n        \u003cp data-product-details-description-text-content=\"\" class=\"wt-text-body-01 wt-break-word\"\u003e\n            Tea Plant - 5 Seeds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTea Plant (Camellia sinensis) is a treasured heirloom perennial known as the source of all true teas—green, black, white, and oolong. Grown for centuries, this non-GMO plant produces tender leaves that can be harvested and processed in different ways to create a variety of teas. With glossy evergreen foliage and delicate white blooms, Tea Plants are both ornamental and functional, thriving for years in the right conditions and making a beautiful addition to any edible or perennial garden. Specifically, the young leaves are used for green tea, the mature leaves for oolong and black teas, and the delicate buds for white teas. Its glossy, dark green leaves and occasional white, fragrant flowers add an ornamental touch to your garden or patio.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGROWING INSTRUCTIONS (USDA Zone: 7-9)\u003cbr\u003e• Scarify the seeds by gently nicking the seed coating.\u003cbr\u003e• Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting to soften the seed.\u003cbr\u003e• Start seeds indoors in pots filled with acidic, well-draining soil (pH 5.5–6.5).\u003cbr\u003e• Plant seeds 1\/2 inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist.\u003cbr\u003e• Germination typically occurs within 4-8 weeks—be patient, as tea seeds can be slow to sprout.\u003cbr\u003e• Provide bright, indirect light or partial shade for seedlings.\u003cbr\u003e• Once established, transplant outdoors in a location with partial sun and protection from strong winds.\u003cbr\u003e• Prune regularly to maintain bushy growth and encourage leaf production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShipping:\u003cbr\u003eOrders are processed and shipped promptly, typically within 1–3 business days. Enjoy FREE SHIPPING on orders over $35. For orders under $35, we offer a flat-rate shipping option.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \n    \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Skytradellc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50296685297901,"sku":"1ZVNGVO","price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/5522\/8909\/files\/Output_27.jpg?v=1784279232","url":"https:\/\/skytradellc.com\/products\/tea-plant-5-seeds-heirloom-grows-green-black-white-oolong-teas-perennial-non-gmo-camellia-sinensis","provider":"Skytradellc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}