In short: Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele is a low-grown black tea estate in Sri Lanka's Western Province, operated by Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele and recorded as supplying Finlays.
Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele is a black tea estate located in the Western Province of Sri Lanka, at an elevation of 24 metres. The estate is operated by Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele and is recorded as supplying Finlays, a major participant in the international tea supply chain.
Terroir & Climate
At 24 metres above sea level, Mihirigeekele occupies a low-grown position in Sri Lanka's Western Province, where estates typically experience warm, humid tropical conditions year-round. This low elevation generally favours a faster-growing cycle than the cooler hill country, with estates in such zones often producing leaf at a relatively consistent rate throughout the calendar. The Western Province's proximity to the coast tends to bring ample rainfall and moisture, conditions that can support vigorous vegetative growth.
Low-grown Sri Lankan estates of this type generally yield leaf with a different profile to their high-elevation counterparts. The warmer temperatures and faster flush cycles typical of this altitude band tend to produce bolder, more robust leaf, though the precise character will vary with processing method and seasonal variation. Estates at similar elevations in the region often harvest frequently, reflecting the climate's capacity to sustain active growth with minimal dormancy.
Tea Produced
Mihirigeekele produces black tea. Low-grown black teas from Sri Lanka's coastal and Western Province zones typically yield a robust, full-bodied cup with strength and colour as defining characteristics, rather than the delicate, nuanced aromatics associated with high-elevation Ceylon teas. Estates at this altitude often supply leaf suited to blending applications, where body and briskness are prioritised, though cup quality will depend on manufacturing practice and the season of plucking.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Mihirigeekele is recorded as supplying Finlays, a global tea and horticulture business with extensive sourcing, blending, and packing operations. This relationship positions the estate within a commercial supply chain serving international brands and retail markets. Finlays' presence as a buyer suggests that Mihirigeekele's output meets the volume and consistency standards required for large-scale blending and distribution, typical of low-grown Sri Lankan estates integrated into mainstream export channels.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele lies at 6.6487, 80.1791 in Western Province, Sri Lanka. Its 24 m elevation is the 11th highest of 22 estates we map in Western Province. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Kallumalay — 1.8 km away
- Bulathsinhala — 4.9 km away
- H P P, H P P Tea — 4.9 km away
- Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond — 7.8 km away
- Rathmalgoda — 11 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele (24 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele recorded 4,024 mm in 2025, 31% more than the 3,070 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayesh | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 24 m | 3,440 mm | 29.8 °C |
| Devagiri | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 24 m | 3,195 mm | 29.6 °C |
| Chandpur Belgaon tea Estate Factory | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 25 m | 2,165 mm | 29.7 °C |
| Lalchand tea Factory | Habiganj, Bangladesh | 23 m | 1,852 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Kayu Aro | Jambi, Indonesia | 23 m | 4,698 mm | 30.4 °C |
Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele Compared with Western Province
In Western Province, Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele is wetter than 90% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 52% of the others by elevation; cooler than 62% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele against the 21 other estates we map in Western Province, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 24 m | 21 m | 9 to 1,272 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 4,024 mm | 3,756 mm | 2,624 to 4,232 mm |
| Mean daily high | 29.7 °C | 29.7 °C | 22.7 to 30.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.4 °C | 22.5 °C | 15.8 to 23.6 °C |
Observed Climate at Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele’s coordinates recorded 4,024 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (599 mm) and the driest was February (62 mm). Daytime highs averaged 29.7 °C and overnight lows 22.4 °C over the year; March was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 4,024 mm |
| Wettest month | November (599 mm) |
| Driest month | February (62 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 29.7 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.4 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele located?
Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele is in Western Province, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.6487, 80.1791, at an elevation of about 24 metres.
Who operates Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele?
Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele is operated by Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele produce?
Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 4,024 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (599 mm).
How does Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele recorded 4,024 mm in 2025, 31% more rain than the 3,070 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].
