Carob Seeds - Fruit Plant for Home Gardens

Carob is an evergreen tree grown for its long, leathery pods and dense canopy. It is well suited to dry, warm climates and is commonly planted in orchards, home gardens, and landscape plantings. The tree adapts well to poor soils and requires minimal water once established. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil, making it suitable for arid and semi-arid regions. Carob is widely cultivated as an ornamental and fruit-bearing shade tree.

Features

• Evergreen drought-tolerant fruiting tree
• Produces long, edible pods
• Suitable for orchards and home gardens
• Adapted to dry and warm climates
• Dense canopy providing shade
• Performs well in poor, well-drained soils
• Suitable for low-maintenance landscapes

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ceratonia siliqua
• Common Name (US): Carob Tree
• Seed Type / Variety: Fruiting Tree Variety
• Growth Habit: Evergreen tree
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Year-round in warm climates
• Sowing Season: March-May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-30 days after scarification at 70-80°F (21-27°C) in moist, well-drained soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 30-50 feet tall, 20-40 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 20-30 feet apart