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Cucurbita maxima 'Costada Romanesco'
Squash, Costada Romanesco
This Italian heirloom wins every taste test with its unique, slightly nutty flavor and exceptional texture. Its tender, gray-green skin and prominent ribbing give this variety a distinctive appearance. Great picked at 8" or smaller.
- Italian heirloom zucchini with ribbed fruits
- Rich nutty squash flavor
- Harvest young for best tenderness
- Excellent grilled, sautéed, or fried
- Category: Vegetables
- Hardiness Zone: 10-11
- Height: 18-36 in
- Spread: 24-48 in
- Spacing: 24 in
- Temperature: 55 to 95°F
Soil Moisture
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Cucurbita maxima 'Costada Romanesco'
Squash and pumpkins need full sun, fertile soil, and plenty of space. Water deeply at the base, mulch to reduce splash, and watch early for squash vine borers and cucumber beetles. Harvest winter types only after rinds harden fully.