Sri Lanka tea provinces:
- In the tea province of Dumbula, tea shrubs grow at 3500-5000 feet above sea level. The tea leaf in this region is fine, with orange hues, with a distinctly aromatic bouquet of flavors.
- Between 2000-4000 ft above sea level tea bushes grow in the Kandy region. It is famous for the first tea plantations established in this country.
- Tea from the province of Uva is recognized throughout the world, a very delicate bouquet distinguishing it from any other. In this region, tea shrubs are grown at 3000-5000 feet above sea level.
- Small tea fields are located in the province of Ruhuna and grown at 2,000 feet above sea level. These tea shrubs grow in strongly fertile soils and in warm conditions.
- Uda, the central province of Pussellawa, is located between Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Uves province. Tea gardens range from 3000-5000 feet above sea level. Compared to the Nuwara Eliya tea leaves, it is slightly darker, with a pinkish tinge.
- Nuwara Eliya tea bushes grow at 6,128 feet above sea level. This is the world’s finest tea leaf recognized by experts. When prepared it produces a greenish-yellow tint, and a delicate, golden hue.