In short: Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory is a tea production facility in Changsha County, Hunan Province, China, operated by Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Group and recorded as a supplier to the UK retailer Morrisons.
Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory is a tea production facility located in Changsha County, Hunan Province, China, at an elevation of 63 metres. The factory is operated by Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Group and employs a workforce of 188. It is recorded as a supplier to Morrisons, the British supermarket chain, producing green, oolong and black teas.
Terroir & Climate
At 63 metres above sea level, Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory sits at a low elevation in the fertile plains of Changsha County, a region within the humid subtropical climate zone of Hunan Province. Estates at this latitude and altitude typically experience warm, wet summers and mild winters, with ample rainfall distributed across the growing season. The low elevation generally results in warmer ambient temperatures year-round, which can encourage rapid vegetative growth and shorter dormancy periods compared to higher-altitude estates.
In such settings, tea plants often produce larger, faster-growing leaves with moderate levels of certain secondary metabolites. The warmth and moisture typical of the Hunan lowlands tend to support vigorous growth cycles, though the lack of the cool nights found at higher elevations can sometimes result in less concentrated flavour compounds. Estates in this area generally benefit from rich alluvial soils, which can support intensive cultivation when managed appropriately.
Tea Produced
The factory produces green, oolong and black teas. Estates at this elevation and in this region of Hunan typically yield teas with approachable, rounded profiles rather than the intense aromatics associated with high-altitude gardens. Green teas from such settings often exhibit vegetal, mildly sweet characteristics, while black teas tend toward malty, straightforward notes. Oolongs produced at lower elevations generally fall on the lighter, greener end of the oxidation spectrum, with fresh rather than complex floral character. These are the general tendencies of the region's terroir, though specific production methods and cultivar selection will ultimately determine the final cup.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory is recorded as a supplier to Morrisons, one of the United Kingdom's major supermarket chains. This relationship indicates that the factory operates within the large-scale retail supply chain, producing teas that meet the volume, consistency and food-safety standards required by a significant British grocer. The factory's workforce of 188 and its capacity to supply multiple tea types suggest a medium-scale operation capable of fulfilling the demands of the mainstream retail market.
- Recorded supplier to Morrisons
Operator
The factory is operated by Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Group. No other estates operated by this group are currently recorded in the directory.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory lies at 28.5269, 113.3756 in Changsha County, China. Its 63 m elevation is the 42nd highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Hunan Jinjin Tea Factory Co., Ltd — under 1 km away · Changsha
- Changsha Tea Factory — 30 km away · Hunan Province
- Hunan Tea Group Co., Ltd. - final packing and refining processing — 46 km away · Changsha
- Hunan Tea Group, Corporate — 48 km away · Hunan
- Shennong Tea Co., Ltd. — 48 km away · Hunan Province
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory (63 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory recorded 1,236 mm in 2025, 57% less than the 2,860 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attareekhat Tea Estate | Darrang, India | 62 m | 2,556 mm | 29.5 °C |
| Gangasiri | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 62 m | 3,443 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Liyota, Lickra | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 62 m | 3,195 mm | 29.6 °C |
| Cheng Chiuan Co, Ltd. | Sanxia Dist, Taiwan | 65 m | 2,855 mm | 27.1 °C |
| Karotoa Bohumukhi somobay somiti Factory Ltd. | Panchagarh, Bangladesh | 60 m | 2,252 mm | 29.0 °C |
Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory Compared with China
In China, Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory is drier than 93% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 69% of the others by elevation; cooler than 56% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory against the 59 other estates we map in China, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 63 m | 149 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,236 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 24.1 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.3 °C | 14.8 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 1,236 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was May (245 mm) and the driest was October (28 mm). Daytime highs averaged 24.1 °C and overnight lows 15.3 °C over the year; August was the warmest month and February the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,236 mm |
| Wettest month | May (245 mm) |
| Driest month | October (28 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 24.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.3 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory located?
Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory is in Changsha County, China, at coordinates 28.5269, 113.3756, at an elevation of about 63 metres.
Who operates Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory?
Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory is operated by Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Group, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory produce?
Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
Which buyers does Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory as supplying Morrisons.
How much rain does Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,236 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in May (245 mm).
How does Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Hunan Xiangfeng Tea Factory recorded 1,236 mm in 2025, 57% less rain than the 2,860 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
