Healthy Costoluto Genovese Tomato
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Costoluto Genovese Tomato Plant

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  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 4 - 8 Feet
  • Mature Spread 18 - 36 Inches
  • Growing Zones 8 - 10

This heirloom tomato variety bears unusually large fruit (about 200 grams each) with a slightly tart flavor. The large, red, flattened, deeply ribbed fruits are good for sauces, soups, and juices, or sliced on bread or in a sandwich. It is also a great variety to grow for preserving and cooking because the flavor intensity will increase with heat. After planting, you’ll be able to enjoy the fruits of your labor within 70-80 days. This is an indeterminate tomato type.

Costoluto Genovese Tomato Plant Care  

You can start this plant inside and then harden off and transplant it outdoors when all danger of frost has passed in the spring. Make sure you plant Costoluto Genovese in well-draining soil in direct sunlight. Frequent pruning is beneficial because it will improve air flow surrounding the plant. It also helps reduce the risk of tomato diseases.

Growing Costoluto Genovese Tomato Plant 

Start your tomato plant indoors in early spring and then transplant it outdoors when danger of frost has passed. Plant your seedlings 3 feet apart into rich soil in full sun. Provide strong stakes or tall wire cages—this plant can reach up to 8 feet tall. You’ll be able to harvest your tomatoes about 70-80 days after planting.

Tomatoes are great in container gardens. If growing in a container, make sure it is at least 24-48 inches deep and 18-36 inches in diameter. You’ll need to water your container plant more than you would if it were planted in the garden. It’s important that your container has good drainage, as your tomato plant should not sit in water. 

Watering Costoluto Genovese Tomato Plant

This plant is pretty drought tolerant and doesn’t need a lot of water once it is established. You’ll get more and larger fruit if you constantly keep the soil evenly moist once it starts bearing fruit, however. 

Feeding Costoluto Genovese Tomato Plant

This plant requires a high level of nutrients. Fertilize your tomato plant three to five times during the growing season using a balanced liquid fertilizer. You can also amend the soil with compost and aged manure before planting for the season.

Costoluto Genovese Tomato Plant Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Plant Type: Edible Plants
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 4 - 8 Feet
Mature Spread: 18 - 36 Inches
Spacing: 18 - 36 Inches
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): None
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: N/A
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance
Brand: Goodness Grows
Common Name: Costoluto Genovese Tomato Plant
Other Name(s): Costoluto Genovese Tomato
Scientific Name: Tomato 'Costoluto Genovese'
SKU:
1231004996-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

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