Clemson Tea Farm

05/29/2026

A keyhole bed is more than a raised garden bed. It is a simple system that helps protect soil, save water, compost naturally, and make harvesting easier.

If you want a smarter, lower-maintenance way to grow herbs, vegetables, and pollinator plants, this is a great place to start.

Read the full blog post: Keyhole Beds: Form and Function

05/22/2026

Tea and heart health may have more in common than you think.

This week on the blog, we’re exploring how true tea from Camellia sinensis may support heart health through polyphenols, daily rituals, and simple farm-to-cup habits.

If you’ve ever wondered what makes green, black, and oolong tea different or why an unsweetened cup matters, this is a good place to start.

Read the full article on the Clemson Tea Farm blog.

05/21/2026

05/15/2026

Organic and regenerative are often used like they mean the same thing. They don’t.

One is a regulated label. The other is a way of asking whether the land is actually getting better.

If you’ve ever wondered what those words really mean, this will help you sort it out.

Read more on the blog.

05/08/2026

Green, black, and oolong tea all come from the same plant. What changes is the process after harvest.

From fresh and grassy to bold and malty, each cup is shaped by how the leaf is handled.

If tea has ever felt confusing, this is where it starts to make sense.

Read more on the blog.

04/24/2026

Earthworms are one of the most honest signs of soil health.

They show up when conditions are right and disappear when something is off. Their presence can tell you about moisture, structure, and fertility without guessing.

Learn how to read what your soil is telling you and what to do next in the full post. Link in the comments!

04/17/2026

If your tea tastes inconsistent, it’s probably not the tea. It’s the measuring.

Most mugs aren’t actually a “cup,” and guessing your leaf amount leads to weak or bitter results. Start with a simple ratio, measure your mug once, and adjust with intention instead of guesswork.

Read the full guide and download the free brewing ratio card to get a better cup every time. Link in the comments!

03/26/2026

Rain is free. Your roof is already catching it. The question is where it goes next.
At Clemson Tea Farm, we think about water the permaculture way: slow it down, store some, and sink the rest into living soil. One barrel, one overflow bed, one good rain is all it takes to start.

Read the full guide on rainwater harvesting, permaculture-style. Link in bio.

03/23/2026

If your tea tastes bitter, it is usually not the leaf. It is the brewing.
Water that is too hot, steeping too long, or using too much leaf can quickly lead to over extraction.

In our latest blog, we share simple ways to adjust temperature, timing, and ratio so you can brew a smoother, more enjoyable cup every time.

Read the full post and download the Bitter Tea Fix It Checklist on the blog!