The Courgette 'Costata Romanesco' from Les Jardins de l'Écoumène (Cucurbita pepo) is an old variety and highly prized for its exceptional flavour and ease of growing. With its unique ribbed skin and delicious flesh, it is perfect for gardeners looking to grow a productive and versatile plant, ideal for cooking.
Spread: 1-1.5 meters
Plant height: 30-50 cm
Quantity per pack: Approximately 25 seeds
Companion plants: Corn, beans, peas
Enemy plants: Potatoes, cucumbers
The fruits of the "Costata Romanesco" are very distinctive with their ribbed skin, gray-green in color with light green stripes. Elongated and measuring about 15 to 20 cm in length, they stand out for their elegant and attractive appearance. The yellow-orange flesh is fine and tasty, offering a subtle nutty taste that lends itself to both raw and cooked preparations. Zucchini can be eaten in salads, grilled, sautéed or stuffed, and their texture remains pleasant even when they are larger than the typical harvest size.
This variety prefers well-drained soil and a sunny location. Very productive, it also provides an excellent harvest of male flowers, perfect for preparing fritters or other fried delicacies. "Costata Romanesco" plants begin to produce about 55 days after sowing, ensuring a quick and continuous harvest throughout the summer season.
Zucchini 'Costata Romanesco' is a great option for home gardeners looking to add a tasty, aesthetically pleasing and productive plant to their garden. Its ability to produce delicious fruits and edible flowers makes it a must-have for culinary enthusiasts and vegetable gardeners.
