Imperial Special Is One of the “All American” 
Winners, 1935. Entered Under the Name Sunkist 
WHITE MELONS 
So many melons of the Honey Dew type have been introduced the 
past few years that shippers have designated this class as White 
Melons. First came Honey Dew (the green fleshed sort) from Africa. 
This was introduced into the Rocky Ford district by Mr. Gauger. A 
few years later we developed the golden fleshed variety and then 
from Texas came the Honey Bali. All of these required a very long 
season, in fact, we experienced difficulty maturing seed here at 
Rocky Ford the first few years. Altitude here is over 4,000 feet, 
the nights cool and the season none Coo long for varieties which 
require long seasons in semi-tropical climates. 
The two new melons. Imperial Special (Weaver Special) and 
Golden Honeymoon, are only about one week later than Hale’s Best; 
early enough to be grown in most melon producing sections of the 
United States. 
WEAVER SPECIAL 
Waatrai* Qnocia! 92 days. Developed and introduced by Mr. 
Weaver jpeuol Fluke of C. H. Weaver & Co. The melon in¬ 
dustry is greatly indebted to Mr. Fluke. This variety represents 
real progress and will take its place as one of the main standard 
sorts. We predict a great future for it. In outward appearance 
it is of golden ivory color which strangely seems to permit you to 
see through the thin, tough rind and marvel at the beautiful red¬ 
dish flesh within. When cut a pleasant surprise awaits you—-flesh 
smoother than any other cantaloupe—a delightful flavor all its own. 
Although jumbo in size the seed is held tightly in a very small 
cavity; with a depth of flesh rarely found in melons of its size. 
Should be picked as soon as a full slip as it goes through a ripening 
process for five or six days after being picked at this stage. Eat¬ 
ing qualities are better when the melon reaches the market than 
when shipped. Packs 36 to the jumbo square crate and is fairly 
even in size and type for a new introduction. Of the type known 
as “white melons” which includes Honey Ball and Honey Dew, is 
earlier, however, and can be grown as far north as Michigan and Ohio. 
(Pkt., 5c) (oz., 15c) (14 lb., 40c) (lb., §1.40) (5 lbs., §6.15) prepaid. 
|*1 In our 1934 catalog we listed Weaver under 
imperial jpeual the name “Imperial Special” because Weaver 
Special was a trademarked name. We have now secured permission 
from the introducer to use the name “Weaver Special.” 
Rail l\ZI«alrni 100 days. This melon brings excellent 
noney oail IVlClllIl prices on the Eastern markets. It requires 
a very long season and cannot be grown where seasons are shorter 
than here at Rocky Ford. This is a very delicious melon. It re¬ 
sembles a small Honey Dew but has a slight tendency to net. The 
thick green flesh is very sweet and the flavor well liked; size about 
5 inches in diameter. Honey Ball keeps well and is an excellent 
shipper. 
(Pkt., 5c) (oz., 15c) (14 lb., 35c) (lb., §1.20) (5 lbs., §5.25) prepaid. 
I lonAvniel 95 days. A new Rocky Ford introduction under 
noneymci the trade marked name Melodew. Should be well 
liked by growers too far north to grow Honey Dews. Size between 
cantaloupe and Honey Dew; oval, ribbed; rind pearl grey with 
medium light netting. Flesh same as Honey Dew. Michigan grow¬ 
ers report good results and sugar content 4 to 5 percent above 
the sorts they have been growing. 
(Pkt., 5c) (oz., 15c) (14 lb., 40c) (lb., §1.40) (5 lbs., §6.15) prepaid. 
From Elsie, Nebr. —Having tried seeds from you several times I 
know they are very, very good. 
From Rush Hill, Mo. — I have been so well pleased with your 
Superfecto Cantaloupe. I had so many compliments on my canta¬ 
loupes thought I would just mention it in my order. 
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D. V. Burrell Seed Growers Co., Rocky Ford, Colo. 
