Costoluto Fiorentino Novoli Tomato Seeds

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[Solanum lycopersicum] Costoluto fiorentino Novoli tomato seeds, ribbed flattened fruit 250-300g, dense flavourful flesh.

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Costoluto Fiorentino Novoli Tomato

Costoluto fiorentino Novoli tomato is an old Tuscan variety, prized for its typical flattened, ribbed shape and intense flavour.

The Costoluto Fiorentino Tomato Plant

It belongs to the species Solanum lycopersicum, family Solanaceae. An indeterminate, vigorous and rustic plant that needs sturdy staking.

How to Sow Costoluto Fiorentino Tomato

Sow in a heated seedbed between February and April; transplant once seedlings have 5-6 leaves, generally between April and May.

How to Grow Costoluto Fiorentino Tomato

It needs fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter, and regular watering avoiding waterlogging to support the development of its large ribbed fruit.

Tips for Costoluto Fiorentino Tomato

The globose, flattened fruits, with deep characteristic ribbing, reach 250-300 grams and are harvested from June to September once evenly red.

Diseases and Pests of Costoluto Fiorentino Tomato

It benefits from good canopy ventilation and preventive copper-based treatments to keep in check the fungal diseases it is prone to.

Uses and Curiosities of Costoluto Fiorentino Tomato

Thanks to its dense, flavourful flesh with few seeds, it is ideal both fresh in salads and for sauces and purees.

Properties of Costoluto Fiorentino Tomato

Rich in lycopene, vitamin C and potassium, costoluto fiorentino tomato has antioxidant properties beneficial to overall wellbeing.

Nutritional Values of Costoluto Fiorentino Tomato

  • Calories: about 18 kcal
  • Protein: 0.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3.9 g
  • Fat: 0.2 g
  • Fibre: 1.2 g