In short: Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond is a black tea estate in Sri Lanka's Western Province at 58 metres altitude, known to supply Finlays.
Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond is a tea estate located in Sri Lanka's Western Province at an altitude of 58 metres. The estate is operated by Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond and is recorded as supplying Finlays, a significant buyer in the global tea trade. The estate produces black tea.
Terroir & Climate
At 58 metres above sea level, this estate occupies a low-elevation position within Sri Lanka's Western Province, a geographical setting that typically shapes both growing conditions and leaf character in distinctive ways. Estates at such altitudes generally experience warmer, more humid conditions than their high-grown counterparts, and the reduced diurnal temperature variation tends to encourage faster leaf growth and a different biochemical profile in the plucked shoot.
Low-elevation tea gardens in Sri Lanka's wet zone often benefit from consistent rainfall and year-round warmth, conditions that can support continuous cropping cycles. The terroir at this altitude—closer to sea level and influenced by the tropical lowland climate—tends to favour vigorous bush growth and relatively high yield potential, though the precise interplay of soil type, drainage, and microclimate will vary from site to site within the region.
Tea Produced
The estate produces black tea, and the low elevation at which it is grown typically influences the resulting cup profile. Teas from lower-altitude Sri Lankan estates often yield a darker liquor with bolder, more robust flavours compared to the lighter, more delicate character associated with high-grown Ceylon teas. Estates in this elevation band generally produce black teas that tend toward strength and body, with a cup that can exhibit malty or earthy notes, though individual processing and plucking standards will always shape the final character.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond is recorded as supplying Finlays, one of the world's leading tea and coffee suppliers with a substantial presence in global sourcing and blending. Finlays operates across major tea-producing origins and serves both retail brands and foodservice customers internationally. The estate's connection to a buyer of this scale suggests it is integrated into a professional supply chain with established quality assurance and traceability protocols, positioning its output within the mainstream commercial market for Sri Lankan black tea.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond lies at 6.7176, 80.1903 in Western Province, Sri Lanka. Its 58 m elevation is the 8th highest of 22 estates we map in Western Province. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Bulathsinhala — 3.9 km away
- H P P, H P P Tea — 3.9 km away
- Rathmalgoda — 6.6 km away
- Kotagala Plantations, Rayigama — 6.6 km away
- Horana Plantations, Mihirigeekele — 7.8 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond (58 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond recorded 3,991 mm in 2025, 60% more than the 2,498 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andaradeniya Estate, Duliella | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 58 m | 3,510 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Lenama Hills | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 58 m | 2,891 mm | 30.4 °C |
| Mijicajan Tea Estate | Assam, India | 57 m | 3,033 mm | 29.3 °C |
| Wakohen Inc. | Shibushi-Shi, Japan | 57 m | 1,963 mm | 21.9 °C |
| Luponde | DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania United Republic Of | 59 m | 1,092 mm | 30.0 °C |
Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond Compared with Western Province
In Western Province, Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond is wetter than 67% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 67% of the others by elevation; cooler than 67% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond 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 | Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 58 m | 21 m | 9 to 1,272 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,991 mm | 3,756 mm | 2,624 to 4,232 mm |
| Mean daily high | 29.6 °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 Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond’s coordinates recorded 3,991 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (602 mm) and the driest was February (69 mm). Daytime highs averaged 29.6 °C and overnight lows 22.4 °C over the year; March was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,991 mm |
| Wettest month | November (602 mm) |
| Driest month | February (69 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 29.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 22.4 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond located?
Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond is in Western Province, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.7176, 80.1903, at an elevation of about 58 metres.
Who operates Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond?
Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond is operated by Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond produce?
Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,991 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (602 mm).
How does Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Udapussellawa Plantations, Blairlomond recorded 3,991 mm in 2025, 60% more rain than the 2,498 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].
