vegetable variety in zone 6b
Costata Romanesco summer squash in zone 6b
Costata Romanesco · Cucurbita pepo
- Zone
- 6b -5°F to 0°F
- Growing season
- 190 days
- Days to harvest
- 45 to 60
The verdict
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About Costata Romanesco
Nutty, dense, exceptional flavor for a summer squash; Italian heirloom with deeply ribbed pale-green fruit. Slicing for grills, raw on salads, sauteing.
Critical timing for zone 6b
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Common challenges in zone 6b
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Fire blight
- ▸ Stink bugs
Modified care for zone 6b
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Costata Romanesco in adjacent zones
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Frequently asked questions
- Will Costata Romanesco summer squash grow in zone 6b?
Yes. Costata Romanesco is recommended for USDA zones 5a through 8b, which includes zone 6b.
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Image: "Cucurbita pepo Vilarromaris Oroso Galiza 2", by Lmbuga, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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