Specimen No. 02 · Fruit trees
Carob treeCeratonia siliqua
Evergreen Mediterranean tree, highly drought-tolerant, bearing sweet pods.
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Growing
LightFull sun
ShadeFull sun
Full sun.
WaterSparing
SparingFrequent
Sparing once established; more regular in the first year.
WinterProtect from hard frost
TenderHardy
Suited to mild climates; protect young plants from hard frost.
Hardiness zone (USDA) 10 and warmer · Find your zone
Each plant may vary in appearance, size and condition according to growth, season and availability.
Questions about the carob tree
How much light does the carob tree need?
Full sun.
How much water does it need?
Sparing once established; more regular in the first year.
Is it frost-hardy?
Suited to mild climates; protect young plants from hard frost.