5 Seeds Tamarindus indica Tamarind Tree Tropical Shade Fruit Pod

Tamarindus indica, commonly known as the tamarind tree, is a long-lived tropical evergreen that develops a graceful, spreading canopy of fine feathery foliage. It is widely grown in warm climates as a shade tree and ornamental specimen, valued for its attractive form and the brown pods it produces over time.

The tree is suitable for tropical and subtropical landscapes, where it can serve as a durable shade or avenue tree in gardens and larger yards. Its pods are used in many culinary traditions for their tangy pulp, and the dense foliage offers visual interest year-round. This listing is for seeds intended for ornamental and home garden cultivation.
Species: Tamarindus indica
Type: Tropical evergreen tree
Plant_Habit: Spreading canopy, slow to moderate growth
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained loam or sandy soil
Zones: 10-11
Germination: Scarify seed coat and soak in warm water before sowing
Sowing: Sow 1/2 inch deep in warm, moist medium
Spacing: 30-40 feet between trees
Notes: Long-lived shade and pod-producing tree for frost-free climates