In short: Lichuan Qijing Farm is a tea estate in Hubei Province, China, operated by Lichuan Qijing Farm and situated at 697 metres elevation.
Lichuan Qijing Farm is a tea estate located in Hubei Province, China, at an altitude of 697 metres. The estate is operated by Lichuan Qijing Farm and produces green, oolong, and black teas. Hubei Province lies in central China, and the Lichuan area is recognised for tea cultivation in the province's western highlands.
Terroir & Climate
At 697 metres above sea level, Lichuan Qijing Farm occupies a mid-elevation position in Hubei's mountainous terrain. Estates at this altitude in central China typically experience a temperate climate with distinct seasonal variation, including cool winters and warm, humid summers. The elevation tends to moderate temperature extremes and can contribute to morning mist, conditions that generally favour slower leaf development during the growing season.
Hubei Province's tea-growing regions are characterised by red soils and significant rainfall, particularly during the spring and early summer months. The latitude of approximately 30°N places the estate in a zone where the growing season generally begins in March or April, with multiple flushes possible through autumn. Estates at this elevation often benefit from good drainage on sloping land, while the relatively moderate altitude typically allows for a range of processing styles without the intense astringency sometimes associated with higher-grown teas.
Tea Produced
Lichuan Qijing Farm produces green, oolong, and black teas. Hubei green teas from mid-elevation estates typically yield a clean, vegetal cup with a balance of sweetness and gentle astringency. Oolongs from this latitude and altitude often display a lighter oxidation profile with floral and fresh notes, while black teas tend toward malty, smooth characteristics with moderate body. The terroir of central China's mid-altitude estates generally supports teas with approachable flavour profiles rather than the high fragrance of extreme elevations or the robustness of low-altitude plantations.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Lichuan Qijing Farm lies at 30.0209, 109.0487 in Hubei Province, China. Its 697 m elevation is the 15th highest of 60 estates we map in China. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Xuan\u0027En Wutai Changchen Tea Industry Co., Ltd. — 53 km away · Enshi City
- Tianhua Luoping Tea Industry Co., Ltd. — 162 km away · China
- Shimen Anxi Tea Industrial Co., Ltd. — 162 km away · Hunan
- Tian Luoping Tea Co., Ltd. — 162 km away · Hunan Province
- Guzhang Organic Tea Co., Ltd. — 179 km away · Guzhang County
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Lichuan Qijing Farm
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Lichuan Qijing Farm (697 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Lichuan Qijing Farm recorded 1,684 mm in 2025, 43% less than the 2,947 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chongtong | Darjeeling. West Bengal, India | 698 m | 2,870 mm | 26.8 °C |
| LUJERI TEA ESTATES LTD, Sukambizi | MULANJE, Malawi | 696 m | 3,738 mm | 25.6 °C |
| Wamba Tea Estate | Mutasa, Zimbabwe | 708 m | 2,156 mm | 26.0 °C |
| LIMBULI | Mulanje, Malawi | 680 m | 3,220 mm | 25.8 °C |
| Zion Hill | Central Province, Sri Lanka | 717 m | 2,750 mm | 26.5 °C |
Lichuan Qijing Farm Compared with China
In China, Lichuan Qijing Farm is wetter than 76% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 76% of the others by elevation; cooler than 88% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Lichuan Qijing Farm against the 59 other estates we map in China, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Lichuan Qijing Farm | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 697 m | 137 m | 7 to 2,002 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,684 mm | 1,470 mm | 1,030 to 2,779 mm |
| Mean daily high | 21.4 °C | 24.2 °C | 18.2 to 27.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.8 °C | 14.9 °C | 10.6 to 17.9 °C |
Observed Climate at Lichuan Qijing Farm (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Lichuan Qijing Farm’s coordinates recorded 1,684 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was September (312 mm) and the driest was February (50 mm). Daytime highs averaged 21.4 °C and overnight lows 11.8 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and February the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,684 mm |
| Wettest month | September (312 mm) |
| Driest month | February (50 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 21.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lichuan Qijing Farm located?
Lichuan Qijing Farm is in Hubei Province, China, at coordinates 30.0209, 109.0487, at an elevation of about 697 metres.
Who operates Lichuan Qijing Farm?
Lichuan Qijing Farm is operated by Lichuan Qijing Farm, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Lichuan Qijing Farm produce?
Lichuan Qijing Farm is recorded as producing green, oolong and black tea.
How much rain does Lichuan Qijing Farm receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,684 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in September (312 mm).
How does Lichuan Qijing Farm compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Lichuan Qijing Farm recorded 1,684 mm in 2025, 43% less rain than the 2,947 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].
