Costata Romanesca Zucchini
Cucurbita pepo
Large plants yields loads of tasty fruits & blossoms.
Costata Romanesca Zucchini is originally from Italy (in case the name didn't give it away!) Edible both cooked and raw, the Romanesca boasts a nutty flavor and yields plentiful flowers. For a positively daisy-like appearance, harvest this squash with the blossom still attached!
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from $3.49
This item is currently out of stock, but that doesn't mean it's gone for the season.
| Unit | Price | Quantity | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Seeds | $3.49 | Out of Stock | |
| 90 Seeds | $7.39 | Out of Stock | |
| 270 Seeds | $11.49 | Out of Stock |
Direct sow after frost, or start indoors 3 weeks earlier. Succession sow at 3-4 week intervals for healthy plants all season. Bush habit. Cucumber beetles can be a bother; protect with row cover, or re-sow if young plants are damaged. Harvest when squash are 6-8" long; prompt harvest ensures longest period of yield.
| Days to Germination | 4 to 8 days |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 52 days |
| Planting Depth | ¾ to 1 inch |
| Spacing in Row | 24 inches |
| Spacing Between Rows | 36 inches |
| Height at Maturity | 24 to 36 inches |
| Width at Maturity | 48 inches |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |