Which state is known for growing tea plants?

There are actually three states in the United States that grow tea: South Carolina, Hawaii, and Washington state.

Hawaii, being in a tropical area and having high-altitude areas with a lot of rainfall, is ideal for the tea plant. However, the higher cost of living makes the commercial production of tea less feasible there. Only a small amount of artisan teas are produced in Hawaii.

South Carolina has an old tea plantation, that is now owned by Bigelow, which sells it under the name "American Classic".

Washington State has a small tea growing operation, run by Sakuma Brothers produce.