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Ceratonia siliqua

Carob Tree, Algarroba Bean, St. Joh

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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

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.