WATERMELON 
KLONDIKE. The most popular shipping variety in California. An oblong melon; color an 
even dark green. 1 oz. 15c; x /\ lb. 35c; 1 lb. $1.00; 10 lbs. $9.00, postpaid. 
WATERMELON SELECTED BLACK SEEDED KLONDIKE 
SELECTED BLACK SEEDED KLONDIKE. This is a selected dark seeded strain which, 
with the bright red flesh, gives a very attractive appearance when cut. The sweetest, finest 
flavored oblong melon. It should be given frequent irrigation. The best variety for Califor¬ 
nia market and shipping. Formerly Klondike rind was considered too thin and brittle to 
stand shipping, but today thousands of acres are grown for distant shipping. 1 oz. 20c; 
y 4 lb. 50c; 1 lb. $1.35; 10 lbs. $12.00, postpaid. 
CASABAS 
CULTURE. In general the culture for Casaba is the same as for melon. You should plant 
Casabas according to your locality, from February 15th until June 15th, in furrows 8 feet 
apart. For late shipping many are planted from June 1st to July 15th. 
GOLDEN BEAUTY. It is now grown more extensively throughout California than any other 
Casaba because of its beautiful appearance and delicious flavor. Distributors also prefer it 
as it stands up well after long journeys in carload shipments. Where melon is required for 
fall or late consumption this variety is planted more than any others. 1 oz. 15c; Vi lb. 35c; 
1 lb. $1.00; 10 lbs. $9.00, postpaid. 
CUCUMBER 
CULTURE. Cucumbers should not be planted until all danger of frost is over as they are 
very sensitive to frost. They require a great deal of water, and unless planted in a rather 
moist soil, it should be given frequent irrigation throughout the summer. Plant from Feb¬ 
ruary to September in hills 4 to 6 feet each way. 8 to 10 seeds to a hill. Earlier sowing can 
be made by protecting with Hotkaps. Thin out the plants leaving 2 or 3 of the strongest in 
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