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W. F. Alien’? Plant and Seed Catalogue, Salisbury, Md. 
DARK RIND KOLB GEM OR ICEBDKG, 
i Sometimes called Yellow-Bellied Kolb Gem). — This^ 
may be described as being very superior to the old£" 
Kolb Gem variety. It somewhat resembles the oldi 
variety in size and appearance, but darker in color)" 
Doth outside and inside. Where it rests on the ground 
it is yellow, while the Kolb Gem is white. The shape ! > 
is oblong to nearly round ; the rind is thin but verjv'J 
cough, and melons bear shipping and handling bettei&i 
chan most varieties. It has been largely grown in thifcM 
section and in many parts of the South, on account oi§| 
;ts excellent shipping qualities. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c. 
quarter lb., 15c. ; lb., 50c. 
EDEN.— A cross of Kolb Gem and Rattlesnake, 
combining the good shipping qualites of the Kolb Gem 
and the good eating qualities of the Rattlesnake. It So 
similar in shape and appearance to Kolb Gem, except¬ 
ing that it has a brighter stripe, is a little larger a 
has a more attractive appearance. It is becoming a 
popular market melon wherever grown. Pkt., 5 c.; oas., 
10c.; quarter lb., 20c.; lb., 60c. 
KOLB GEM. — An old, popular shipping melon, 
largelv grown in the South as well as in this section. 
The shape is oblong to nearly round. The melons 
from 30 to 40 lbs. each. The rind is thin but very 
tough, and bears handling and shipping better tb&n 
most varieties. It is largely grown on account of it® 
superior shipping qualities. Flesh bright red; vine# 
hardy and productive. Pkt., 5 c. ; oz., 10 c.; quarter lb.. 
20c.; lb., 60c. 
MAMMOTH IRONCLAD- Extra large, 
always solid and never mealy ; the heart is very 
large and grows uniform to large in size; 
excellent shipping variety.. Pkt., 5 c.; oz., 10 c.; 
quarter lb., 20c.; lb., 60c. 
NEW NATIONAL.— It is claimed that 
this variety will thrive almost anywhere, even 
in districts where watermelons will not gener 
ally grow, hence the name National. Size me¬ 
dium to large and excellent table qualities. 
Shape oblong; outside color is pale with darker 
markings: the flesh is brilliant red in color and 
is remarkably solid; rind thin but very tongfe, 
making it a good shipper. Pkt., 5 c.; oz., IOC. ; 
quarter lb., 20c.; lb., 60c. 
ALABAMA SWEET — A dark green 
melon with light seeds; a nrst-class shipper G* 
good size, with flesh that is simply deiicipne. 
Altogether it is a first-rate business melon, 
highly recommended for the South, where i* 
originated, and I am confident it will tie a prize- 
winning melon in the North in the melon-grow¬ 
ing sections. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; quarter lb., 
one ■ llv ROc. 
KOLB GEM, OR ICEBURG. 
SWEETHEART. —A magnificent new- shipping 
melon of uniformly large size and good qualities; vine 
rigorous and productive, ripening its fruit early; uni¬ 
formly mottled, light and very light green ; rind thin 
but firm, flesh bright red, solid, but very tender, melt¬ 
ing and sweet. Fruit remains in condition for use 
longer than most other sorts. Pkt., 5c.: oz, 10c • 
quarter lb., 20c.; ib., 60c. 
GREY MONARCH. —'J rhe flesh of this variety Is 
t brilliant red and is remarkably sweet, delicious and 
crisp. It is well adapted to both North and South, 
*nd Is excellent for both market and family garden. It 
'a of a lightish green color and a favorite everywhere. 
Pkt., 5c. ; oz., 10c. ; quarter lb., 20c.; lb.. 60c. 
HALBERT HONEY . — Planters who sell their 
melons in nearby markets say that Halbert Honey out¬ 
sells any other variety they grow. It is essentially a 
home melon for your awn use or nearby market, as the 
thin skin is too brittle to withstand rough handling in 
distant shipping. The vines grow quickly, so that they 
will ripen choice fruits even in the Northern States If 
planted in good location. Pkt.. 5c.; oz., 10c. ; quarter 
ib., 20c. ; lb.. 60c. 
BLACK BOULDER. —Enormously productive 
and mammoth in size, with rich, dark green skin. It 
cuts equal to any melon on the market, and its shipping 
qualities are very good. It is one of the largest varie¬ 
ties grown. Pkt., 5c. : oz.. 10c. ; quarter lb.. 20c. ; lb.. 
50c. 
KLECKLEY SWEET. —Claimed to be the sweet¬ 
est watermelon produced, and it is especially desirable 
to grow for home use or near market; too tender for 
distant shipment. Fruits are oblong with dark green 
ifcin and very thin rind ; flesh bright scarlet with broad, 
solid heart, which is crisp, sugary and entirely free 
from stringiness. Pkt.. 5c.; oz.. 10c. : quarter lb.. 20c. : 
!b., 60c. 
WONDERFUL SUGAR OR M’lVEH..— 
Thi 3 famous watermelon is, I believe, one of the 
sweetest. It is of medium size, with striped or varie¬ 
gated exterior: beautiful red flesh with white 
the flesh is entirely stringless, and of perfect fl”® 11 **®* 
is to texture. The vines are strong, thrifty and pro 
Hfic Originated in the West Indies and introduced 
into this country in 1804. It is well adapted to nearby 
markets, but rather delicate for long freight shipments. 
Recommended for both North and South. Pkt., 5c., 
me • miarter Ib., 20c.; lb., 00c. 
GEORGIA RATTLESNAKE. S o m e t i me. 
called Striped Gipsy. A very large melon with good 
shipping qualities. Shape oblong, striped and mottled 
with various shapes of green. Flesh bright red; flavor 
sweet and first class. A good shipper. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 
THE DIXIE. —A watermelon of highest quality 
and value. The size is large, specimens weighing SO 
pounds being not infrequent. The flesh is scarlet, very 
fine and extra firm. The rind, though thin, is very 
tough, giving it a remarkable keeping quality. One of 
the most prolific varieties grown, often producing sev¬ 
eral melons on a single vine. Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c. i 
quarter lb., 20c. ; lb., 60c. 
CUBAN QUEEN.— A favorite watermelon for 
home and market. Exterior beautifully striped and 
mottled. Rind tliin hut firm; flesh bright red, soli# 
and sweet; one of the best keepers and a first-class 
shipper. Specimens have been kuown to weigh 100 
pounds. A very prolific and profitable variety to grcvr 
for market, l’kt., 5c.: oz., 10c.; quarter lb., 20c.; lb„ 
60c. 
CAROLINA BRADFORD.-—A splendid melon 
for home use; ready for market about 85 days from 
time of planting. It is a large, long melon, of dark 
green color, with darker stripes; the rich, red flesh is 
sweet and melting and of excellent quality. The seeds 
are white. lias very strong vines and very produc¬ 
tive. A good one; try it. I*kt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; quarter 
Ib., 20c.; lb., 60e. 
HARRIS’ EARLIEST.—This is an excellent 
variety, and it will rank as one of the best early sorts. 
The melons are large for an early variety; nearly oval 
in shape. The skin is striped and mottled with green 
and white; the flesh is red, sweet, juicy and crisp. 
Pkt., 5c.; oz., 10c.; quarter lb., 20c.; lb., 60c. 
