Gaia Organic Seeds - Costata Romanesco Zucchini
All seeds are grown organically in Ottawa, Ontario and follow strict certification guidelines to guarantee top quality seeds. Gaia Organic Seeds passion lies in sustaining biodiversity in the plants we consume!
Costata Romanesco Zucchini | Cucurbita pepo | Certified Organic by Ecocert Canada | Annual | Open Pollinated | Heirloom
An Italian heirloom that has a unique nutty taste, light green pattern with bulged ripening. 6” fruit is tender and easy to pick.
Companion plants: Corn, Pumpkin, Cucumber, Melon, Beans, Peas, Beets, Sunflower, Parsley, Celery.
Far from: Tomato, Eggplant, Potato, Pepper.
Planting tip: Plant directly outside in late May or early June when soil temperature has reached 25°C. It can be started indoors as well, sow 2-3 weeks before the frost. Ready to transplant outside when soil temperature has reached 25°C.
Harvesting tip: Harvest at 4-5” or smaller. Pick when the skin is soft and glossy. Pick every other day to encourage productivity.
Storage tip: Fruits are perishable and store 3-4 days if kept at 1-2°C at 90% humidity.
