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Tomato ‘Costoluto’ (Organic Starter Pack)
Seed Information
- Plant Type Vegetable / Fruit
- Organic Yes
- Growing Difficulty Easy to Moderate
- Germination Time 7-14 Days
- Harvest Time 75-85 Days
- Best Season To Grow Late Winter to Spring
- SunLight Needs Full Sun
- Water Requirements Medium to High
- Height Of Maturity 150-180 CM
- None GMO Yes
- UK Native No
The ‘Costoluto’ tomato is a classic Italian heirloom variety prized for its large, heavily ribbed fruits and intensely rich, tangy flavour—perfect for sauces, slicing, and roasting. With this organic starter pack, you’ll have everything needed to begin your growing journey with confidence, whether on a windowsill, balcony, or in a greenhouse.
Each pack includes certified organic seeds, compost pellets, starter pots, and a growing guide—making it an excellent gift or easy introduction to growing tomatoes from seed. Costoluto tomatoes thrive in sunny, sheltered spots and benefit from staking and regular side-shooting.
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Includes: Organic Costoluto seeds, biodegradable pots, compost pellets, growing guide
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Type: Indeterminate (cordon)
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Fruit Size: Large, ribbed, beefsteak-style
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Flavour: Rich, tangy, meaty
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Sowing Time: February–April
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Harvest Time: August–October
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Grows Well In: Greenhouses, large pots, sunny walls
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Certified Organic Seeds
Whether you’re gifting to a foodie or starting your own organic patch, the Costoluto Starter Pack makes growing authentic Mediterranean tomatoes simple, sustainable, and satisfying.
Growing & Care Instructions
A Gourmet Italian Favourite for Home or School Gardens
Grow beautifully ribbed, richly flavoured tomatoes with our Organic Tomato ‘Costoluto’ Starter Pack. Perfect for sauces, slicing, or showcasing in salads, this heirloom variety thrives in sunny spaces and brings traditional Mediterranean taste to your garden.
🧺 What’s Included in Your Starter Pack:
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Biodegradable Pot – For eco-friendly seed starting
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Reusable Decorative Pot – For transplanting and longer-term growth
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Organic Tomato ‘Costoluto’ Seeds – Non-GMO and selected for UK gardens
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Peat-Free Cutting Compost – Promotes healthy root development
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Fish, Blood & Bone Feed – Organic, slow-release nutrients
Biodegradable Pot – For eco-friendly seed starting
Reusable Decorative Pot – For transplanting and longer-term growth
Organic Tomato ‘Costoluto’ Seeds – Non-GMO and selected for UK gardens
Peat-Free Cutting Compost – Promotes healthy root development
Fish, Blood & Bone Feed – Organic, slow-release nutrients
🌿 Growing & Care Guide
1. Sow Indoors (Best Feb–Apr)
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Fill the biodegradable pot with compost.
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Plant one seed 0.5cm deep per pot.
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Keep in a warm, sunny spot (18–21°C) and water lightly.
Fill the biodegradable pot with compost.
Plant one seed 0.5cm deep per pot.
Keep in a warm, sunny spot (18–21°C) and water lightly.
2. Germination
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Seeds sprout in 7–14 days.
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Keep compost moist but not soggy.
Seeds sprout in 7–14 days.
Keep compost moist but not soggy.
3. Transplanting
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When seedlings are 10–15cm tall and have true leaves, transplant to the decorative pot or garden bed.
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Plant deeper, up to the first leaves, to encourage strong roots.
When seedlings are 10–15cm tall and have true leaves, transplant to the decorative pot or garden bed.
Plant deeper, up to the first leaves, to encourage strong roots.
4. Feeding
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Feed with fish, blood & bone every 3–4 weeks.
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Water after feeding to activate nutrients.
Feed with fish, blood & bone every 3–4 weeks.
Water after feeding to activate nutrients.
5. Supporting
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Use a cane or tomato cage to support the plant as it grows.
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Tie stems loosely with twine or soft string.
Use a cane or tomato cage to support the plant as it grows.
Tie stems loosely with twine or soft string.
6. Flowering & Fruiting
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Expect ribbed red fruits in mid to late summer.
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Harvest when tomatoes are deep red and slightly soft to the touch.
Expect ribbed red fruits in mid to late summer.
Harvest when tomatoes are deep red and slightly soft to the touch.
From seed to sauce — enjoy bold, homegrown flavour with your Costoluto tomatoes.