Ceratonia siliqua

Carob

An evergreen tree or shrub that’s ideally suited for medium to large size gardens.

Aloes and Trees

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Ceratonia siliqua
Common Name	Carob
Also Known As	Karob
SA Tree No
Tree Type	Evergreen
Attracts	Birds
Features	Shade Tree, Wind Break, Treehouse Friendly, Fodder Tree
Flowering Season	Summer, Autumn
Focal	No
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Summer, Autumn
Growth Rate	Slow 250mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	Yes
Origin	Exotic
Soil pH	5 – 8, 9 – 14
Root System	Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size	Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun

Aloes & Trees Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	R175-R305 *5 Min	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390-R750 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400-R950 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895-R2350 *1 Min	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	R2400-R3500 *1 Min	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	R3500-R6500 *1 Min	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	R6500-R12500 *1 Min	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	R8500-R25000+ *1 Min	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable

Description

Carob is a good-looking flowering tree that is not only drought-resistant but termite and fire-resistant as well. It is a fantastic fodder tree often planted by Equestrians and makes the perfect ornamental tree in your garden landscape.

This beauty is also extensively harvested for its edible pods and strong medicinal properties.