I did it, I ordered a camellia sinensis plant online. I didn't want to have to pay for shipping, but can't find it for sale anywhere in Dunedin.

At least now I'll be able to drink my own tea as the world burns to a crisp 😬 

 @120acc36 oooh, let me know how it works out, I may be interest in cuttings 

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If that's the case let's hope the plant can will survive without 

 @120acc36 What a great idea. Where did you order it from?  I wonder if they grow up north?