Carob Seeds - Fruit Plant for Home Gardens
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Carob Seeds
Carob is a drought-tolerant evergreen tree valued for its attractive dense canopy, glossy foliage, and long ornamental seed pods. Suitable for home orchards, edible landscapes, Mediterranean-style gardens, and large landscapes, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, adapting well to warm, dry climates.
Key Features
Evergreen Tree
Develops a dense canopy with attractive glossy foliage that provides year-round landscape interest.
Drought Adapted
Performs well in warm climates once established with minimal supplemental watering.
Long-Lived Landscape Tree
Forms a sturdy, attractive specimen suitable for orchards, shade, and edible landscapes.
Versatile Planting
Suitable for home orchards, Mediterranean gardens, parks, and spacious residential landscapes.
Product Highlights
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Ceratonia siliqua |
| Common Name | Carob |
| Seed Type | Tree Seed |
| Growth Habit | Evergreen Tree |
| USDA Zones | 9–11 |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Growing Season | Year-Round in Warm Climates |
| Sowing Season | Spring |
| Sowing Months | March–May |
| Germination Time | 2–6 Weeks |
| Germination Conditions | 75–85°F (24–29°C); Scarification and Soaking Recommended |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Soil | Well-Drained Sandy or Loamy Soil |
| Watering | Moderate During Establishment; Low Once Established |
| Mature Size | 30–50 ft Tall × 25–40 ft Wide |
| Plant Spacing | 25–35 ft Apart |
Growing Guide
Suitable For Home Orchards, Mediterranean Gardens And Landscape Plantings
Carob is a resilient evergreen tree appreciated for its attractive canopy, drought tolerance, and adaptability to warm climates. It is well suited for home orchards, edible landscapes, parks, and Mediterranean-style gardens where full sun and well-drained soil encourage vigorous long-term growth.