Other Names: St. John's Bread (St. John is supposed to have eaten the pods of the Carob Tree).

Zone: 9 to 11, (Foliage damage at 25° F, serious damage at 20° F)

Growth Rate: Moderate

Plant Type: Evergreen Flowering Tree
Family: Fabaceae

Native Range: Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East

Height: 30 to 55 feet
Spread: 30 to 55 feet
Shape: Rounded

Bloom Time: Autumn (September–October)

Bloom Color: Red

Sun: Full Sun
Fall Color: Evergreen

Drought Tolerance: High

Water: Low-Moderate
Maintenance: Low

Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Prefer well drained loam and are intolerant of waterlogging but the deep root systems can adapt to a wide variety of soil conditions. Drought and salt tolerant. Not for colder climates.

Uses: Shade tree, Lawn tree, Parks, Street tree.





Sowing Ceratonia siliqua Seeds:

For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.

Scarify: Lightly sand a small part of the seed with sandpaper or a file, then pour hot water over seeds and soak in water for 24 hours

Stratify: None

Germination: Sow 1/2” Deep, Keep moist (Not wet).