Costata Romanesco Heirloom Zucchini Summer Squash
Cucurbita pepo
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Plant Details
| Variety | Costata Romanesco Heirloom Zucchini Summer Squash |
| Pronunciation | kyoo-KUHR-bee-tah PEH-poe |
| Category | Edibles |
| Subcategory | Fruiting Vegetable |
| Type | Heirloom |
| Habit | Vining |
| Frost Tolerance | Very Tender: 38° |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun: 8-12 hrs |
| Height | 18–24 in |
| Width | 36–48 in |
| Spacing | 1.5 times the width |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Uses | Heirloom; Wins every taste test; Pick at 6 inch or smaller; Cocozelle Squash; Trellis; Striped |
Description
A sought-after Italian heirloom grown around Rome for years. The zucchini is grey-green, has fluted edges or ribs. When cut these fluted edges give them a scalloped appearance. The flavor is very rich and nutty. Unique amongst summer squash. Much better taste than hybrids.
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