Ceratonia siliqua - P9

Description
The Carob (Ceratonia siliqua) is a very popular, evergreen container plant whose brown fruits have a sweet flavour. Its decorative flowers appear from April to May. The location should be as sunny as possible. Well-drained and dry soil is ideal. Under favourable conditions, the Carob reaches a height of approx. 2.5 m and grows up to 1.5 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers

Spread
Mediterranean region.

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 8 to 12°C is required.

Growth
Upright.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: possible all year round (indoors).

Fruit
Ceratonia siliqua forms brown fruits with a sweet flavour. Ripening time from July.

Use
Tub, winter garden, consumption