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Features
Family
Solanaceae
Native
Andes
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Further Information
Growing Conditions
Frost Sensitive
About Costoluto Genovese Pole Tomato Seeds
Solanum lycopersicum
Fire engine red, flattened fruits with glossy skin and deep ribs weighing 6-8 oz. 'Costoluto Genovese' is an indeterminate type tomato.
Planting Tomato
Days to Maturity
80-90 Days from transplanting
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 24" – 36"
Light Required
Full Sun
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
1/4"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet yields approximately 20 plants when started indoors. |
|---|---|
| Row Spacing | 36" |
| Seed Depth | 1/4" |
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 24" – 36" |
| Thinning | When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 24" ? 36" |
| Germination | 5 – 10 Days |
| Start Indoors | RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting. Transplant when air temperature is 45°F or warmer, usually 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°-90°F. |
| Direct Sow | For mild climates only: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 60°F. |
| Special Care | Do not mulch when weather is still cool; the roots of young plants need to be in soil that is warmed by the sun. When the weather warms up and plants are established, mulch to a depth of 2" or 3" with a material such as straw, leaves, or compost, to conserve moisture, reduce weed growth, and keep the roots warm. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Costoluto Genovese tomatoes are at the peak of sun-ripened deliciousness when fully red, and have a slight give when gently squeezed. Tomatoes may also be picked at the "first blush" stage, when 50% of the tomatoes' color has begun to change, and ripened at room temperature without decreasing flavor or nutrition. Picking often and early increases yield, and decreases the risk of cracking and pest damage. Ripe fruit left on the vine during rain or watering is more susceptible to splitting. About 1 month before the average first fall frost, clip all blossoms and undersized fruit off the plant, signaling to the plant to ripen what?s left. Pick any unripe fruit before frost, and store them indoors in a single layer away from direct sunlight to ripen. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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6 reviews
- Xinyu Q.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars7/25/26Super Duper Tall Tomatoes’
These are taller than what I expected, however growing very fast and strong. In zone 5, started indoors in March/April, now becoming a highest point in my garden bed. Three healthy plants, producing a total of 23 tomatoes so far, Nothing turns red yet but I am very excited!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests7/28/26Hey Xinyu,
We're so happy to hear about your incredible experience with the Costoluto Genovese Pole Tomato Seeds! Those super tall plants sound like they're absolutely thriving in your zone 5 garden bed - there's nothing better than vigorous growth like that! It's awesome that your three plants are already producing such an impressive harvest with 23 tomatoes so far! We love your excitement as you wait for those tomatoes to turn red - that anticipation is part of what makes gardening so rewarding! Thanks for sharing your Costoluto Genovese growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Rich L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/3/26Great plants
These I have started inside a month ago, and I believe they're ready to plant outside this week. Descriptions I've read says these are big, flavorful, and produce continuously though fall.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests6/3/26Hey Rich,
What great timing getting those Costoluto Genovese Pole Tomato Seeds started a month ago! It sounds like they're going to be perfect for transplanting outside this week. You're absolutely right about these beauties - they're known for being big, incredibly flavorful, and producing continuously through fall. We're excited for you to experience those amazing ribbed tomatoes! Thanks for sharing your Costoluto Genovese growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Chris G.KY, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 stars5/17/26Germination
Very little seeds germinated
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedBIBotanical Interests5/18/26Hey Chris,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Corinne W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5/6/26All seeds sprouted
I am very pleased with the quality of the seeds purchased. They already have their double leaves out!
TY so much! These are the only variety of tomatoes I've started this year. We're all lookin forward to the bounty.
MSU Extension Master Gardener class of '07
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertBIBotanical Interests5/7/26Hey Corinne,
What fantastic news that all your Costoluto Genovese Pole Tomato Seeds sprouted and already have their double leaves out! We love hearing from fellow gardening experts like yourself. Thanks for sharing your sprouting success with us, MSU Extension Master Gardener class of '07, and we're excited for you to enjoy that delicious bounty! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Robin W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/20/26My favorite tomato
Have not started them yet this seaon but have loved them in the past
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests2/20/26Hey Robin,
We love hearing that Costoluto Genovese is your favorite tomato! We're so excited for you to get them started again this year. We hope you'll let us know how it goes. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your love for this incredible variety with us. Keep on growing 🌻️