Tomato - Costoluto Fiorentino - 80 seeds

Tomato 'Costoluto Fiorentino' (Solanum lycopersicum)

Description:
Tomato 'Costoluto Fiorentino' is a classic Italian variety known for its ribbed, large fruit and great taste. The fruits are round to somewhat flat, with deep wrinkles and a red color when ripe. This variety is highly aromatic and has a sweet and sour taste, making it excellent for salads, sauces and cooking. 'Costoluto Fiorentino' is also known to be a good variety for making tomato paste and ketchup, thanks to its fleshy and juicy pulp.

Packaging Information:
One package contains 0.5 g of seeds, which corresponds to approximately 80 seeds.

Cultivation characteristics:

• Sowing depth: 1 cm
• Sowing time in greenhouse: February – March
• Planting: After the last frost, end of May – June
• Plant distance: 50 x 50 cm
• Harvest period: July – September
• Plant height: 120–180 cm (needs regular pruning to maintain good air circulation and prevent disease)

Cultivation tips:

1. Sowing:

   • Sow the seeds in permeable, moist soil and keep the temperature between 18-22 °C for best germination.

2. Retraining and deployment:

   • Plant the tomato plants outdoors or in a greenhouse when the risk of frost is over, at the end of May or beginning of June.

3. Location and soil:

   • 'Costoluto Fiorentino' thrives best in sunny locations with well-drained, humus-rich soil.

4. Care:

   • Water regularly but avoid overwatering. Fertilize to promote fruiting.
   • This variety is tall and requires pruning to maintain a good shape, prevent disease and improve air circulation.

5. Harvest:

   • Harvest the fruits when they have reached full maturity and the red color fully appears.

Advantages of Tomato 'Costoluto Fiorentino':

• Classic Italian taste: Known for its deep, rich flavor that is perfect for sauces, purées and salads.
• Visually appealing: The ribbed fruits add a beautiful and unique touch to the garden.
• Versatile: Perfect for both raw consumption and cooking.

Packaging Information:
One packet contains 0.5 g of 'Costoluto Fiorentino' tomato seeds. On the packaging there is a cultivation guide and best before date.