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Ceratonia siliqua

Carob Tree, Algarroba Bean, St. Joh

Plant photo of: Ceratonia siliqua
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College/Georg

 

Description

This bushy evergreen large shrub or tree can be trained as a hedge or as single stemmed tree. It can grow to 40' tall or be kept low as an informal hedge.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Clay, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Woodland

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Hedge, Screen, Shade Tree, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.