Botanical Interests Costoluto Genovese Pole Tomato Seeds
Best heirloom choice for home cooks making traditional Italian sauces.
A classic Italian heirloom known for its deeply ribbed, rich-red fruits and intense, old-world flavor. This indeterminate variety is a favorite for those seeking a meaty texture perfect for sauces or fresh slicing.
$2.69
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking authentic Italian flavor for homemade sauces
- Gardeners who appreciate unique, decorative heirloom vegetable varieties
- Southern gardeners facing long, hot growing seasons
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners with limited vertical space or small containers
- Beginners struggling with maintaining a regular irrigation schedule
- Northern growers with very short frost-free windows
Performance breakdown
Flavor Complexity
Deep, old-world acidity and sweetness define this classic Italian heirloom.
Culinary Versatility
Meaty texture performs beautifully in both fresh salads and slow-cooked sauces.
Yield Consistency
Indeterminate growth habit ensures a steady harvest throughout the entire season.
Growth Vigor
Requires dedicated staking and support to manage its robust, sprawling nature.
Ease of Cultivation
Standard heirloom care required, though frost sensitivity demands careful seasonal timing.
Visual Appeal
Striking, deeply ribbed fruits add significant aesthetic interest to the garden.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
80-90 days
Plant Type
Indeterminate, Slicing Tomato
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Plant Height
72 inches
Planting Depth
0.25 inches
Seed Spacing
24-36 inches
Row Spacing
36 inches
Lifecycle
Annual
Botanical Name
Solanum lycopersicum
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