Establishing a Carob Orchard: A Planning Guide
A carob orchard is a long-term investment that can yield for decades after it is established, but returns its first income after a few years. The basis of a successful garden is therefore planning before the sapling enters the ground: the right location, the appropriate variety and pollinator layout, sensible planting spacing, water plan and a realistic yield expectation.
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Carob seeds actually germinate easily; however, since they have a very hard and waterproof shell, germination is both low and irregular when planted without pre-treatment. The germination rate can be significantly increased with simple methods such as slightly abrading the shell or applying hot water.
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How Many Years Does the Carob Tree Bear Fruit? Yield and Lifespan
Carob is a long-term tree that requires patience. In gardens established with grafted saplings, the first product usually begins to be obtained a few years after planting; commercially significant yields usually come after the sixth or seventh year. The tree reaches full yield in its 20s and can last more than a hundred years in good conditions.
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