Pre-Qingming is tea harvested before the Qingming Festival (around April 5) — the most prized plucking period for Chinese green teas, producing the tenderest, sweetest spring leaves.

In-Depth Explanation

Tea harvested before the Qingming Festival (around April 5) — the most prized plucking period for Chinese green teas, producing the tenderest, sweetest spring leaves. This entry provides a comprehensive look at pre-qingming within the broader context of tea culture, production, and appreciation.

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