In short: Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. is a tea estate in Hangzhou, China, operated by Hangzhou Jiayi Trading Co., Ltd. and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. is a tea estate located in the Hangzhou region of China, at an elevation of 11 metres. The estate is operated by Hangzhou Jiayi Trading Co., Ltd. and holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership. It produces green, oolong, and black teas, though no buyers have been recorded in available supply‑chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At just 11 metres above sea level, Zhoushan Putuo Speciality occupies a low-elevation site in Hangzhou, a region better known for its high-altitude plantations. Estates at this elevation in eastern China typically experience a warmer microclimate with less diurnal temperature variation than upland gardens, which can lead to faster flush cycles and more vigorous vegetative growth. The proximity to sea level generally means higher ambient humidity and potentially greater exposure to maritime influences, though specific local topography and water bodies will govern these effects.
The latitude of approximately 30°N places the estate within the northern reaches of China's green-tea belt, where a four-season climate with distinct dormancy in winter is the norm. Estates in this latitude band tend to see bud break in March or April, with the spring flush often prized for its tenderness. The low elevation may moderate frost risk but can also mean that summer heat accumulates more rapidly, sometimes prompting earlier and shorter harvest windows compared to higher sites.
Tea Produced
Zhoushan Putuo Speciality produces green, oolong, and black teas. Low-elevation Hangzhou gardens typically yield leaf with a softer, less astringent profile than high-mountain material; the cup character often tends toward mild vegetal sweetness in greens, with less of the pronounced umami or floral intensity associated with premium upland sites. Oolongs from lower elevations in this region generally show rounder body and less complex aromatics, while blacks may present a straightforward malty or biscuity character. These are broad regional tendencies, and specific cultivars and processing will shape the final cup.
Operator
The estate is operated by Hangzhou Jiayi Trading Co., Ltd., a company for which no other estates are currently recorded in our directory. Details of the operator's wider portfolio or corporate structure are not available in verified supply‑chain data.
Certifications & Ethics
Zhoushan Putuo Speciality holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that monitors labour rights, health and safety, and environmental practices on member estates. For buyers, ETP certification offers independent assurance that the estate undergoes regular third-party audits against the partnership's code, which covers issues including fair wages, freedom of association, and pesticide management. For workers, membership signals a commitment to ongoing improvement in working conditions, though the scheme is not a single-point-in-time standard and relies on continuous monitoring and remediation.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. lies at 30.3197, 120.1421 in Hangzhou, China. Its 11 m elevation is the 55th highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Zehjiang Tea Group — 5.2 km away · 218 Ti Yui Chang Road
- Zhejiang Camel Transworld Organic Foods Co. Ltd. - 310041 Hangzhou — 6.1 km away · 218 Ti Yu Chang Road
- Zhejiang Chunan New Continent Tea Co. Ltd. — 8.4 km away · Xihu Dadao
- Martin Bauer Plant Extracts (China) Co., Ltd. — 12 km away · Zhejiang
- Hangzhou Yinquan Tea Industry Co., Ltd. — 26 km away · Yuhang District
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd.
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. (11 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. recorded 1,545 mm in 2025, 21% less than the 1,946 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| adhar manik tea asteat factory | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 11 m | 2,211 mm | 30.6 °C |
| Tandachari Tea Estate | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 11 m | 2,211 mm | 30.6 °C |
| GONESHBARI | 3RD FLOOR KOLKATA WB IN, India | 11 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| Deamoolie | Pretoria Street, India | 11 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| Aiya Co., Ltd. | Nisho, Japan | 11 m | 1,592 mm | 20.7 °C |
Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. Compared with China
In China, Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. is wetter than 58% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 92% of the others by elevation; cooler than 51% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. against the 59 other estates we map in China, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 11 m | 149 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,545 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 24.2 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.1 °C | 14.8 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd.’s coordinates recorded 1,545 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was June (347 mm) and the driest was January (18 mm). Daytime highs averaged 24.2 °C and overnight lows 15.1 °C over the year; August was the warmest month and February the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,545 mm |
| Wettest month | June (347 mm) |
| Driest month | January (18 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 24.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.1 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. located?
Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. is in Hangzhou, China, at coordinates 30.3197, 120.1421, at an elevation of about 11 metres.
Who operates Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd.?
Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. is operated by Hangzhou Jiayi Trading Co., Ltd, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. produce?
Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
What certifications does Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. hold?
Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,545 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in June (347 mm).
How does Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. recorded 1,545 mm in 2025, 21% less rain than the 1,946 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].
