BT -12
Tea Variety: BT-12
Main Features of the Variety
| Developed by | Bangladesh Tea Research Institute, Bangladesh |
| Origin | Old seed section of Hatimara Tea Estate |
| Year of release | 2000 |
| Main characteristics | Leaf size small to medium, dark green, glossy, compact bush. |
| Planting season and time | Planting season: Early monsoon |
| Field duration | 60 to 100 years of ages |
| Yield(t/ha) | Leaf yield 4.02 |
| Resistance/tolerance | Very high tolerant to drought. |
| Quality of the product | Above average, coloury, bright and brisky liquor |