🍵 Tea Bush

The Tea Bush is a special type of crop/tree hybrid in Stardew Valley. It grows from a Tea Sapling and, once matured, produces Tea Leaves every day during the last week of Spring, Summer, and Fall. Unlike fruit trees, Tea Bushes do not need watering, and they remain indefinitely once planted.

⏱ Growth & Seasons

Growth Time: 20 days (from Tea Sapling to mature bush)
Harvest Window: Produces daily from the 22nd–28th of Spring, Summer, and Fall
Environment: Can be planted outdoors, in the Greenhouse, or on Ginger Island
Regrowth: Stays planted permanently and does not need to be replanted each year

📦 Acquisition

Grown from a Tea Sapling
Tea Sapling can be crafted (2 Wild Seeds, 5 Fiber, 5 Wood)
Caroline sends a recipe for Tea Sapling after reaching two hearts friendship
Occasionally sold at the Traveling Cart

📦 Uses

Produces Tea Leaves during the last week of each season (except Winter)
Tea Leaves can be consumed, cooked, or processed
Processing Tea Leaves in a Keg makes Green Tea
Green Tea is required for the Community Center (Exotic Foraging Bundle, remixed)
Green Tea is also a universally liked gift

💡 Strategy

Pro Tip: Plant Tea Bushes along paths, fences, or around buildings since they don’t need watering and act as natural decorations.

A low-maintenance crop — no watering or seasonal replanting required.
Great way to earn extra income late each season.
Green Tea sells well and is also a safe gift option for most villagers.