30 J. STECKLER SEED CO., LTD. 
MELON—Musk or Canteloupe. 
CULTURE.—Melons require a rich sandy loam. If the ground is not rich enough a 
couple of shovels full of rotten manure should be mixed into each hill, which ought to be 
from five to six feet apart; drop ten to twelve seeds, and when the plants have two or 
three rough leaves, thin out to three or four plants. Pinch the ends of the plants to 
induce early fruiting, Canteloupes are cultivated very extensively in the neighborhood 
of New Orleans, the quality is very fine. For general crop sow from March to June. 
Some gardeners plant during February and cover with boxes, the same as described for 
Cucumbers. When Melons are ripening, too much rain impairs the flavor of the fruit. 
One ounce to 100 hills; 134 pounds per acre. For Melon insect pests use Corona Arsenate 
of Lead, see page 92. 



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Steckler’s Eden Gem. 
STECKLER’S EDEN GEM.—Ripens.. 
about ten days earlier than the original 
Rockyford, of which it is a selection. The 
vines are extremely thrifty growers, and 
are less liable to be attacked by rust than 
most other varieties. The fruits are nearly 
round, green, solidly netted and only 
slightly ribbed. The fiesh is red or salmon 
color, and of good quality and sweet. This 
strain is one of the best for shipping to 
distant markets. Packet, 10c.; oz., 20c.5 %4 
lb., 50c.; 1b., $1.75, postpaid. ‘ 

STECKLER’S NEW PINK FLESH 
BOCKYFORD.—The most exacting will be 
satisfied by the delicious quality, while 
its appearance exhibits all the refinement 
of form, color and netting so necessary to. 
a good melon. In appearance it is very 
similar to the rounder types of Rockyford. 
The netting is bold and well defined, which 
adds greatly to its appearance. The gen- 
eral color is soft russet-green. The ribs 
are faintly lined with a lighter shade and 
slightly depressed, giving an even surface 
Steckler’s New Pink Flesh Rockyford. to the fruit, which greatly enhances its 




