46 EVERYTHING FOR THE GARDEN—Vegetable Seeds 
Honeydew Musk Melon 
542. The flesh of this variety is green verging on Naples 
yellow in color, thick and succulent with a very small seed 
eavity. It is a remarkably sweet Melon and has a flavor 
peculiarly its own; quite distinct from all other varieties. 
The fruits measure eight to nine inches long and about 
six inches in thickness, are light cream in color, and almost 
The Melons should be allowed 
to ripen thoroughly before serving. Honeydew is grown 
‘principally in California and Colorado for shipment to 
northern markets. (See engraving.) Price, 1l5e. pkt., 30c. 
oz, 90c. % Ib., $3.00 Ib. 
Fordhook Musk Melon 
558. The~flavor is full and delicious, and is considered 
quite equal to that of the Emerald Gem. 
The flesh is about the same color as the rind of a well- 
colored orange, and is solid and firm. The vines of Ford- 
hook are remarkably vigorous and healthy. The fruits 
begin to set close to the hill and keep on outwards to the 
end of the vine all the season. 
The Melons are ribbed and about the same size as 
Rocky Ford, well protected by a heavy netting. Price, 
10¢c. pkt., 30c. 0z., 90¢e. % Ib., $3.00 Ib. 
Selected 
English Forcing Melons 
FOR CULTURE UNDER GLASS 
King George Forcing Musk Melon 
562. A very distinct Scarlet-fleshed Melon, skin buff yel- 
low, finely and evenly netted, presenting a handsome ap- 
pearance. Flesh of great thickness, surpassing that of 
other varieties, and as a consequence the seed cavity is 
extremely small. The fruits often attain a weight of 5 to 
8 lbs., and the flavor of a well-ripened specimen is so rich 
that it cannot fail to be highly appreciated. 
usually strong, short-jointed in habit, with considerable 
foliage. Very suitable for cultivation under slightly cooler 
treatment than is necessary for many Melons. Price, 
o0c. pkt. 
entirely devoid of netting. 
Ringleader 
Forcing Musk Melon 
563. One of the finest Melons 
ever introduced. Fruit above 
the average size, oval in form, 
with a yellow skin, beautifully 
netted over the entire surface. 
Flesh pale green, extremely 
thick, with a most delicious 
flavor. The plant has a robust 
constitution, sets with great 
freedom, ripens fruit very early, 
and does well in frames. Price, 
50c. pkt. 
Universal 
Forcing Musk Melon 
564. The sterling merits of this 
fine Melon are acknowledged 
both by amateur and by profes- 
sional gardeners. Fruits large, 
with an attractive yellow skin, 
boldly netted. Flesh deep, melt- 
ing, and most. excellent in 
flavor. Those who have already 
grown Universal find that, in 
addition to other advantages, 
the fruits can easily be brought 
to maturity, and it is a very 
early variety. Price, 50c. pkt. 
Plant un-. 
Henderson’s Early 
Hackensack Musk Melon 
537. A large green-fleshed variety, round, slightly flattened 
from the stem to the blossom end, very deeply and broadly 
ribbed, with bold, strongly defined netting. The flesh is very 
thick, rich in appearance and delightful in flavor. This type 
of Melon (once almost entirely superseded by the oval-shaped 
sorts) is rapidly coming into favor again. 
It is a selection which we originated from the famous Hacken- 
sack many years ago, and is well worthy of more extensive 
cultivation. The fruits are not so large as the older sort, but 
weigh from 5 to 6 lbs. each. It is fit for use immediately after 
the very early sorts. (See engraving.) Price, 10c. pkt., 20¢. 02z., 
60c. % Ib., $1.75 Ib. 
Our Leaflet “How to Grow Best Musk Melons,”’ including spraying, etc., is sent Free to customers if requested. 
