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Zucchini Costata Romanesco

Squash

Cucurbita pepo 'Costata Romanesco'

Overview
This stunning Italian heirloom zucchini features distinctive ribbed fruits with alternating dark and light green stripes that make it as beautiful as it is delicious. The tender, flavorful flesh has a nutty sweetness that's prized by chefs and home cooks alike. Both the fruits and large golden blossoms are edible, making this variety a true dual-purpose garden treasure.
Planting
Direct sow after soil reaches 65°F, or start indoors 2-3 weeks before last frost. Plant seeds 1 inch deep.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 7-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Squash bugs, cucumber beetles, squash vine borers. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, downy mildew, bacterial wilt.