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Basic Introduction to Yantai Green TeaYantai Green Tea is a specialty of the Yantai region in Shandong Province, China, and is one of the most representative local products in Shandong Province.Yantai is one of the highest latitude tea-producing areas in China, influenced by a temperate humid marine climate. The slow growth of tea trees results in rich accumulation of nutrients in the leaves, which are of high quality and characterized by "thick leaves and abundant organic and inorganic compounds."Yantai Green Tea features thick green tea leaves with rich nutritional content, particularly high levels of amino acids and chlorophyll, far exceeding those of southern teas. Overall, it possesses the quality characteristics of high-altitude teas. However, due to the thickness of the leaves, processed Yantai Green Tea does not appear as delicate as southern teas.Tests conducted by the Ministry of Agriculture's Tea Quality Supervision and Inspection Center showed that the water-soluble extractives in green tea produced in Yantai were 48.6%, 14% higher than those in southern teas. Important indicators reflecting the quality of green tea, such as amino acids, polyphenols, caffeine, and chlorophyll, can match those of southern teas. It has the characteristics of "bright green liquor, thick leaves, strong aroma, and…

"Traditional Chinese tea processing techniques and associated customs" have made a splash in the industry and academia since being listed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List. In the past month, numerous reports have appeared in the media, and there have also been many posts and videos in new media. As China's southernmost tea-producing area and the only tropical island tea region, Hainan possesses a unique native tea variety – the Hainan Large-leaf tea. With the boost from its 'World Heritage' status, Hainan has every chance to reach the pinnacle of its tea products. Experts believe that for a good cup of tea, the processing technique is as important as the tea leaves themselves. Let us first review the development of tea processing in Hainan. Many Li tea farmers in Shuiman Town, Wuzhishan City still insist on handcrafting tea. (Photo by Li Tianping) From historical records, we can see that tea activities began in Hainan as early as the Song Dynasty. Su Dongpo's poem line "After burning the tea spear, there is some left" could very well describe the tender shoots of wild tea trees in Hainan. However, Hainan's tea processing technology was relatively backward historically. Records show that tea…

The Ming Dynasty was a significant period of reform in tea drinking history. The founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Yuanzhang, recognized the hard work of tea farmers and issued an edict to "abolish compressed tea in favor of loose tea." This decree marked the end of compressed and cake teas, ushering in the era of loose leaf tea in China. Xiuning Songluo Tea was created during this early Ming period. Songluo tea is known as the "ancestor of stir-fried green teas," renowned for its "green color, high fragrance, and strong flavor," which distinguishes it from other green teas. There are records stating that "in Anhui, there is Songluo tea, whose taste surpasses Longjing but falls below Tianchi" (Yuan Hongdao, Ming Dynasty). During the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Songluo Mountain was a Buddhist holy site. As early as the Hongwu period of the Ming Dynasty, the Yinfu Temple on Songluo Mountain had already become famous throughout southern China, with abundant offerings and worship. Songluo tea originates from this mountain. According to "Tea Record" by Feng Shike of the Ming Dynasty, Songluo Dafang was first created by the monk Dafang. 1. Harvesting and Processing of Songluo Tea The harvesting and…

Kaihua Longding Tea is produced in Baisan, Qixi Township, Kaihua County, Zhejiang Province. It is a newly created tea brand that started in 1959. Kaihua County is located at the junction of Zhejiang, Anhui, and Jiangxi provinces in western Zhejiang, at the source of the Qiantang River. The mountains in the county run from northwest to southeast, and it has a warm and humid subtropical monsoon climate with distinct seasons, abundant rainfall, frequent cloud cover, and less sunlight. On average, there are 83 foggy days per year, with some areas having over 120 foggy days annually. The area is perpetually shrouded in clouds and mist, making it one of the cloudiest mountainous regions in Zhejiang province. As the saying goes, "High mountains and cloudy mists produce fine tea," and indeed, Kaihua County is an excellent place for growing green tea. The main types of soil in tea gardens within Kaihua County are red soil and yellow soil. Red soils are mostly found below 650 meters altitude in low hills, with a soil layer thickness of 30 cm to 60 cm, organic matter content of 1.44% to 4.05%, and pH ranging from 4.5 to 5.5. Yellow soils are mainly distributed in…

Qimen black tea, abbreviated as "Qihong," is one of China's top ten traditional teas and one of the world's three most fragrant black teas. It is named after Qimen County in Anhui Province. Qimen black tea was successfully created in the first year of the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty (1875). Upon its introduction, it gained a reputation both domestically and internationally for its unique quality. Traditionally, Qimen black tea was made by hand, with quality largely depending on manual skill, hence why it is also known as "Qimen Gongfu." The tea-making skills for Qimen black tea are divided into preliminary processing and finishing. Preliminary processing includes withering, rolling, fermentation, and drying; while finishing includes sieving, cutting, winnowing, sorting, blending, re-drying, and leveling. Withering Rolling Fermentation Drying The characteristics of Qimen black tea include a fine and slender appearance, good tip formation, and a lustrous dark color; a bright red liquor; a rich fragrance with floral and fruity notes; a smooth and sweet taste; and a uniform, tender, and soft leaf base. Qimen black tea particularly emphasizes tenderness and the tightness of the tea leaves. Defective qualities include hollow and loose texture, dull gray color, pale liquor, rough aroma,…

Green tea is the most diverse category of tea in China, produced in many regions. Examples include Longjing and Anji White Tea from Zhejiang, Guyu Purple Bud from Huzhou; Biluochun and Yangxian Snow Bud from Jiangsu; Huangshan Maofeng and Taiping Houkui from Anhui, among others. Due to its long-standing tradition, nearly every tea-producing region in the country has its own renowned high-quality green tea. The production of green tea does not involve fermentation, which means that it retains more of its original nutrients, thus having prominent health benefits. However, green tea also has a stronger stimulating effect on the human body, and people who are prone to insomnia or have weak digestive systems should drink less. Which Kinds of Green Tea Have a Stronger Flavor? Longjing: The taste is fresh and mellow, with an elegant aroma. The tea liquor is bright green and clear, and the leaves at the bottom are delicate and intact. Anji White Tea: The taste is light and refreshing, leaving a lingering fragrance in the mouth and a sweet aftertaste. The aroma is fragrant and lasts for a long time. The leaves at the bottom are bright green and the buds can be clearly distinguished. Lushan…

"Only This Green and Lustrous" Yunnan Green Tea, Oolong Tea Yunnan is the source of world tea, particularly the birthplace of large-leaf tea trees. Many people came to know Yunnan through Pu'er tea made from large-leaf varieties. In Yunnan, the history of ethnic minorities growing, processing, and drinking tea has a unique style that dates back a long way. However, before Pu'er tea became well-known, Yunnan tea had for a considerable period of time been outside the mainstream of Chinese tea. It has already been confirmed that large-leaf varieties in Yunnan are suitable not only for making Pu'er tea but also green tea, black tea, and white tea with remarkable taste. Due to the special nature of the large-leaf tea trees and the plateau terrain, especially for ancient tree teas, the sprouting is always later than small-leaf varieties. Pu'er tea only mentions "first spring," not "pre-Ming." When the first spring tea has yet to be picked and the spring scenery outside the window is at its best, everywhere is a scene of lush greenery – it is the perfect time to savor the "Only This Green and Lustrous" of Yunnan – green tea and oolong tea. Green - The Unique…

Tea plants are leaf crops cultivated for the harvest of young leaves and buds. Spring tea is the season with the highest quality and most significant economic benefits in the annual tea production cycle. Currently, it is a critical period for implementing spring farming activities across the province. Promptly addressing spring tea production and implementing relevant tea garden management measures play a vital role in enhancing tea yield and quality, as well as increasing the economic benefits for tea farmers and tea enterprises. I. Early Application of Bud Stimulating Fertilizer The new shoots of tea plants in spring grow vigorously, at a rapid pace, and consume relatively large amounts of nutrients. The root system has strong absorption capabilities, and it is difficult to meet the growth needs solely relying on the base fertilizer applied in the previous autumn, which can result in a "disconnection" of soil nutrients in the tea garden. Studies have shown that applying bud stimulating fertilizers about 25 days before the emergence of tea buds not only helps increase spring tea yields (comparing tea gardens with and without spring fertilization, there is an overall increase of 10%-20% in the annual yield), but also plays a good role…

Basic Introduction to Aunt Wang Er's TeaAunt Wang Er's Tea is a health tea developed by the Taoist physician Ouyang Jiangnan, relying on the unique geographical advantages of Huangcangyu in Xiao County, Anhui Province. It has recently won three prestigious awards: "China Good Brand Award," "UN 2015 Designated Ingredient Award," and "Chinese National Gift." Nutritional ValueStudies have shown that Aunt Wang Er's Tea contains a diterpenoid active ingredient and abundant selenium elements. It has strong anti-inflammatory and detoxifying effects, as well as the ability to lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol, and neutralize the toxins from smoking and alcohol. Its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects are ten times stronger than penicillin. Externally, it can fight inflammation, kill bacteria, reduce swelling and pain, dry dampness, remove necrotic tissue, and combat infections. Historical FolkloreAccording to folklore in Xiao County: When Liu Bang led his group of comrades to revolt against the white snake at Mangshan Mountain, they were pursued relentlessly by Qin troops. They ran for their lives and ended up in a deep mountain (then known as Mangshan) southeast of Xiao County, precisely south of Xuzhou. There happened to be a cave on the mountain that could just fit all fifteen of them.…

It is the continuous transformation during daily use that attracts so many enthusiasts of Zisha teapots. This ongoing change is what we call "nourishing the pot."Many pot lovers are puzzled during this process. A good pot may show changes after only ten uses, but some enthusiasts have had no patina develop even after a year of use. What could be the reason for this? Below, we mainly discuss several factors that determine the effect of nourishing a pot:The quality of Zisha clay itselfThe quality of clay on the market varies greatly. Some chemical clays simply do not nourish and remain unchanged after one or two years. On the other hand, high-quality clay makes the pot very delicate; some can even feel the changes immediately when exposed to boiling water.A Zisha teapot's clay is fundamental; even with excellent craftsmanship, without good clay, it would be like building a castle in the air, unable to withstand scrutiny.We often refer to Zisha clay as "original mountain, original mine," which refers to Huanglong Mountain. Compared to clay from other areas such as Changxing and Anhui, original mine Zisha clay from Huanglong Mountain is easier to nourish. Original Mountain ClayMost original mountain clays are flaky…

On August 19, the results of the "2024 Forbes China Tea Industry Selection Series" were officially released. According to the official introduction from Forbes, this selection activity focused on high-quality enterprises, brands, and products within the tea industry, with the aim of jointly promoting the thriving development of the tea sector. Based on the selection results, the administrative regions of the selected tea regional public brands are evenly distributed. In terms of cultural heritage, the selected tea brands possess a profound historical background. In the enterprise selection, the annual enterprises have earlier establishment dates and larger scales, ranking at the forefront in sales. The annual potential enterprises achieved rapid market growth and performed outstandingly in the dimension of social responsibility. The influential products showed good performance in market recognition; they are not only the core products of major tea companies, deeply loved by consumers, but also represent Chinese tea culture engaging in dialogue with the world. The Chao News and Tea Panorama journalists found that Zhejiang tea enterprises and tea brands occupy a place in this year's selection. For instance, among the annual tea regional public brands, famous teas such as West Lake Longjing, Anji White Tea, Anxi Tieguanyin, Qimen…

At 30°N, the golden latitude belt for world-renowned teas, Yellow Mountain stands out like a gem inlaid with jade. Here, the variety of teas is abundant, cultivation history spans centuries, and traditional tea-making techniques are mature and advanced. It is home to three top-tier teas—Yellow Mountain Maofeng, Keemun Black Tea, and Taiping Monkey King—and is one of the country's key regions for renowned tea production. From July 26 to August 1, the Yellow Mountain City Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Yellow Mountain Industrial Investment Group, and Yellow Mountain City Supply and Marketing Cooperative (Yellow Mountain Supply and Marketing Group) organized six training and deployment meetings for data collection work for the Yellow Mountain Tea Industry Brain in Yixian, Shexian, Huangshan District, Xiuning, Qimen, and Tunxi District, attended by over 500 people. These meetings further advanced the construction of Phase I of the Yellow Mountain City Tea Industry Brain project, integrated information resources for the tea industry, strengthened quality and safety supervision of teas, and empowered the high-quality development of the Yellow Mountain tea industry with new-form productive forces. The meeting mobilized and deployed the construction of the Yellow Mountain Tea Industry Brain project and provided specialized training on basic…

Abstract: The origins and legends of Chinese black tea are deeply rooted in the history and culture of China. This article analyzes its origins and history, techniques and processes, quality and characteristics, distribution and production areas, brands and markets, issues and challenges, development and trends, to expound on the history, techniques, charm, and future prospects of Chinese black tea. Due to the limitations of the author, errors are inevitable, so please bear with them (the views expressed herein are those of the author; April 2024). Keywords: China; tea culture; black tea techniques; historical charm; outlook I. Origins and History of Chinese Black Tea 1.1 Origins and Legends of Ancient Black Tea The origins and legends of Chinese black tea are deeply rooted in the history and culture of China. According to historical records, the rudimentary form of black tea can be traced back to the Tang Dynasty, when there were sporadic records about black tea. However, it was during the Song Dynasty that black tea became widely known due to the praise and advocacy of literati. The great Song writer Su Dongpo praised the aroma and flavor of black tea in his poetry, which gradually spread among the literati. There…

In the vast and profound tea culture of China, Lua'an Guapian stands out due to its unique production techniques and taste, becoming a treasure in the hearts of tea enthusiasts. Today, let's step into the world of Lua'an Guapian together, experience the unique charm of this traditional tea, and learn how to appreciate it. I. History and Origin of Lua'an Guapian Lua'an Guapian, also known as Guapian or Flaked Tea, is produced in the Dabie Mountains area around the city of Lua'an in Anhui Province. Its history dates back hundreds of years, with a rich cultural heritage. The climate conditions, soil environment, and unique production techniques of the Lua'an region have collectively contributed to the distinctive quality of Lua'an Guapian. Historically, Lua'an Guapian was an imperial tribute tea, favored by royalty. In modern times, it has gained popularity both domestically and internationally for its unique taste and quality. Fig: Memories of Autumn (Photographed by) II. Unique Characteristics of Lua'an Guapian The most distinctive feature of Lua'an Guapian lies in its unique production process and form. In the traditional production process of Lua'an Guapian, the tea leaves undergo multiple steps including picking, stir-frying, and baking. Among these steps, the most unique…

This year, due to widespread cold snaps and wintry weather, some tea gardens in the Huangshan District experienced low-temperature frost damage. To ensure that spring tea production is not affected, recently, Professor Li Yecloud of Tea Science from Anhui Agricultural University and experts from the South Anhui Comprehensive Experimental Station visited tea gardens in the Huangshan District to provide on-site guidance for spring tea production. With less than a month until the start of spring tea harvesting, it's a critical period for spring tea management. In the high mountain tea garden in Longyuan Village, Longmen Township, Huangshan District, Professor Li Yecloud of Tea Science from Anhui Agricultural University and his team are discussing the situation of spring tea production with local tea farmers and offering targeted advice. "The pruning was too severe; generally, we suggest leaving a base." After on-site observation, Professor Li found that some tea plants had been over-pruned, and some leaves were showing red-yellow discoloration. Professor Li Yecloud, School of Tea and Food Science & Technology, Anhui Agricultural University: After checking along the way, I feel that the tea gardens in the Huangshan District, due to relatively high management standards earlier, suffered only minor frost damage. Only…

Due to the influence of multiple low-temperature cold waves last winter and this spring, there is a trend toward increased occurrence of diseases such as tea blister blight. The main diseases and pests occurring in tea gardens across the country include the tea green leafhopper, gray tea looper, tea looper, tea hairy caterpillar, tea thrips, pest mites, black tea scale, angular tea leaf beetle, tea lace bug, green plant bug, tea blister blight, and anthracnose. To effectively control the major tea tree diseases and pests in 2024 and ensure tea production and quality safety, the National Agricultural Technical Extension Center has developed this plan. Control Objectives Achieve a treatment rate of over 90% for major diseases and pests, an overall control efficacy of over 80%, keep the loss due to disease and pest damage under 8%, and reach a green control coverage rate of over 60%. Control Strategy Implement a green control strategy for tea tree diseases and pests based on ecological regulation and agronomic measures, with a focus on physical and chemical luring control and biological control, supplemented by scientific use of pesticides. Prioritize fitness cultivation, immunological induction, sex pheromone trapping, light trapping, color board trapping, biopesticides, and protection…

"This year Longhua has had ample rainfall, and the town government organized programs to improve tea quality and conducted skills training for scientific tea management. As a result, our income has increased compared to last year!" — Tea grower Cheng Qiangui from Renmin Village stated during an interview with the press. Screen County's Longhua Town is located at the northern foot of Laojun Mountain, the highest peak in southern Sichuan, with selenium-rich soil. The tea industry is a traditional sector in Longhua Town and a key source of income for farmers. In recent years, Longhua Town has focused on the full-chain development of the tea industry, intensively working on the "production," "processing," and "sales" ends, striving for "supply chain enhancement" and "strengthening," and promoting the transformation of the tea industry towards "standardization," "refinement," and "branding" to boost income growth for the people. In 2024, the estimated fresh leaf production of the town will reach 31 million pounds, an increase of about 15% year-over-year, with the total annual output value expected to exceed 167 million yuan, an increase of about 33 million yuan, or 25% year-over-year. According to sample survey results, the per-acre output value of tea in Longhua Town will…

Green tea, as a significant category of Chinese teas, is beloved for its fresh aroma, crisp taste, and diverse shapes. The shape of the tea leaves is not only an aesthetic feature but also a reflection of the production techniques and quality. Among the many varieties of green tea, there are several common forms that each have their own unique characteristics, showcasing the distinct charm of green tea.I. Needle-shaped Green Tea Needle-shaped green tea features slender and straight tea leaves, resembling pine needles. This unique shape is formed during the drying process after the fresh leaves are pan-fired and rolled. Teas like Nanjing Yuhua, Yangxian Xueya, and Anhua Pine Needles are representative examples of needle-shaped green teas. Crafting this type requires skilled craftsmanship and strict control over the production process to ensure the uniformity of the long and slender shape. When brewed, needle-shaped green tea often sinks vertically in the cup with a graceful appearance, producing a clear and bright infusion with a delicate and lingering fragrance. II. Flat-shaped Green Tea Flat-shaped green teas, such as West Lake Longjing, Qiqiang, Dinggu Dafang, Maoshan Qingfeng, Qiandao Yuye, and Que She, are classic shapes in green tea. During production, the fresh leaves…

Browsing purple clay teapots online, you likely have noticed the following: many shops are astonishingly cheap at first glance. Pots advertised for a hundred or two can be "authentic Yixing purple clay"? Not only are they cheap, but they often come in extremely intricate shapes. Each pot seems to try to convince you with its exquisite craftsmanship: not buying would be a great loss. Some pots, on the other hand, play up their names. With just an ultra-low price, they claim to use golden segments, heavenly blue clay, or dark red robe. Some even sell based on titles alone, without discussing the quality of workmanship, boasting significant appreciation potential. But upon closer inspection, some have monthly sales of over a thousand pots, often accompanied by a pile of free gifts. Something doesn’t add up. Before you actually buy a purple clay teapot, have you recognized the following two facts— Fact One When a purple clay teapot is priced at a hundred or two, or even lower, it’s destined not to be authentic Yixing clay. Most cheap teapots use outer mountain clay. That is, clay from mines in other provinces like Anhui Xinhang or Zhejiang Anji is passed off as Yixing…

In the vast and profound tea culture of China, every type of tea has its unique qualities. Today, we delve into the story of a precious green tea – Taiping Houkui. It is not only known for its distinctive name and legendary origin but also celebrated for its brewing method and exquisite taste. I. A Unique Name and a Legendary Origin The name Taiping Houkui encapsulates both its birthplace in Taiping, Anhui, and its exceptional quality. "Houkui" suggests that this tea is the supreme leader in terms of quality, as rare and agile as a mountain monkey. II. Appearance and Characteristics of the Tea Leaves The leaves of Taiping Houkui are large and flat, with a vibrant green color. Their shape resembles a long sword held by a knight, exuding heroism. The faint red lines visible in the veins sparkle like gems, adding an air of mystery and nobility to these green leaves. III. Strict Picking and Manufacturing Process The picking and production process of Taiping Houkui is extremely rigorous. Every year, during a specific time frame, tea farmers carefully select the tenderest buds. These buds then undergo meticulous sorting and multiple processes, such as fixation, rolling, and baking, before…

Today, we're going to talk about buying black tea. Identification of Black Tea Black tea is a fully fermented tea made from the buds and leaves of the tea tree, processed through withering, rolling, fermentation, drying, and other steps. Although black tea has always been popular, many people are unsure how to choose high-quality black tea. Below are some methods for identifying black tea. Depending on the production method, black tea can be divided into three types: Gongfu black tea, small-leaf black tea, and broken black tea. Different types of black tea have different identification methods. Gongfu Black Tea High-quality gongfu black tea has tight, fine, straight, and uniform strands; its color is lustrous and dark; it has a rich, fresh, and pure aroma; the taste is full-bodied and the liquor is bright red; the infused leaves are bright and red. Conversely, those with coarse, uneven strands, inconsistent and dull colors, impure aromas, unclear liquor color, turbid liquor, bland taste, and dark infused leaves are inferior. Among gongfu black teas, Anhui Keemun black tea is particularly renowned. Others like Zhenghe Gongfu, Tanyang Gongfu, and Bailin Gongfu also enjoy a good reputation both domestically and internationally, all being high-quality black teas.…

“This year, Longhua has had ample rain, and the town government has organized multiple skill training sessions. Through scientific management, tea production has increased again, and our income this year has risen compared to last!” said Cheng Qiangui, a tea farmer from Renmin Village in Pingshan County's Longhua Town, Yibin City, with great delight. Recently, reporters learned from Longhua Town in Pingshan County that the town’s soil is rich in selenium, and the tea industry is a traditional one here. In recent years, the town’s Party Committee has focused on the entire chain of the tea industry, strictly grasping the “production end,” “processing end,” and “sales end.” They have been committed to filling and strengthening the chain, driving the tea industry towards development in the direction of “standardization,” “intensification,” and “branding.” This has resulted in continuous growth in the average per-acre value of tea in the town for three consecutive years and an ongoing increase in local tea farmers' incomes. “In 2024, the estimated fresh tea leaf output of the entire town is expected to reach 31 million pounds, an increase of about 15% year-over-year. The total annual production value is expected to exceed 167 million RMB, with an increase…

On November 29, 2022, the project "Traditional Chinese Tea Processing Skills and Related Customs" submitted by our country was reviewed and approved by the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of UNESCO and has been included in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity of UNESCO. To enhance public awareness of traditional tea processing skills and related customs, increase understanding of the importance of protecting intangible cultural heritage related to tea, boost national pride, and strengthen cultural confidence, we will be sharing 44 items of intangible cultural heritage (including 39 traditional tea processing skills and 5 items of folk-related intangible cultural heritage) with you in due course. The Green Tea chapter of traditional Chinese tea processing skills has already concluded. Today, the editor will begin explaining the production techniques of black tea, starting with Qimen Black Tea. Qimen Black Tea, also known as "Qi Hong," is one of the top ten traditional Chinese teas and one of the world's three most fragrant black teas. It is named after its place of origin, Qimen County in Anhui Province. In the first year of the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty (1875), Qimen Black Tea…

"Kids, come and look at these few plants on the ground, a common weed we often see, called Foxtail Weed. It belongs to the grass family, just like the rice we eat. Let's observe its stem, stalk, and leaf characteristics..." On August 13, at Xie Yuda Tea Museum in Huangshan City's Huizhou District, a teacher from Anhui University was introducing Foxtail Weed to students participating in study tours. August 15 of this year marks the second National Ecological Day, with the theme "Accelerating the Comprehensive Green Transformation of Economic and Social Development." To foster a favorable social atmosphere that values ecological civilization, on August 13, the Huangshan City Environmental Protection Bureau, together with the Huizhou District Environmental Protection Branch, organized an environmental education activity for National Ecological Day at Xie Yuda Tea Museum. They also invited teachers from Anhui University to provide guidance. During the event, teachers from Anhui University and environmental protection staff took advantage of the ecological environment of Xie Yuda's tea garden to provide outdoor lessons on biodiversity for students from Jinan City, Shandong Province who were participating in study tours. They led the students in exploring and learning about biodiversity within the ecological tea garden. By…