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MUSKMELONS—Continued 
Solid Netted Burrell’s Gem. A splendid variety 
of very recent introduction and from all reports 
will displace the old style Burrell’s Gem. It has 
a solid net and a splendid shape. Oz. 15c., 34 lb. 
40c., lb. $1.25; 5 lbs. or more, per lb. $1.00. 
Texas Cannon Ball. Perfectly round, heavily 
netted, with no ribs, and has the thickest flesh 
of any melon grown. The flesh is green in color 
and of good flavor. The rind is tough and al¬ 
though it is a good keeper it has not been used|to 
any extent as a shipping melon. Oz. 15c., 34 lb. 
40c., lb. $1.25; 5 lbs. or more, per lb. $1.00* 
The Grand. Salmon-fleshed variety. Good size, 
green skin, well netted. Superb quality. Oz. 15c;. 
34 lb. 40c., lb. $1.00; 5 lbs. or more, per lb. 90c. 
WATERMELONS 
Culture .—Watermelons require the same cultural treatment as Muskmelons, except that they-should 
be planted 8 to 10 feet apart, according to varieties. Light, well fertilized soil suits them best. One ounce 
will plant 40 to 50 hills; 4 pounds for an acre. 
Cole’s Early. Extra early and a sure cropper. 
Oblong; striped skin; flesh rich red and of fine 
texture. Oz. 10c., 34 lb. 20c., lb. 60c.; 5 lbs. or 
more, per lb. 50c. 
Early Fordhook. An excellent sort for general 
culture. Good size; dark green skin striped with a 
lighter shade of the same color. Flesh firm and of 
delicious flavor. Oz. 5c., 34 lb. 15c., lb. 50c., 
5 lbs. or more, per lb. 45c. 
Halbert Honey. A long, dark green Melon with a 
beautiful crimson flesh which will satisfy the most 
critical. Oz. 5c., lb. 15c., lb. 50c.; 5 lbs. or 
more, per lb. 45c. 
Improved Mountain Sweet. An old favorite and 
always reliable. Oz. 5c., 34 lb. 15c., lb. 50c.; 
5 lbs. or more, per lb. 45c. 
Kleckley Sweets. Oblong, dark green, and one of 
the sweetest in existence. Very thin rind; flesh 
OKRA, or 
Culture .—The green pods of this plant are largely 
used for soups, stews, etc., and are considered very 
wholesome and nutritious. Sow in late Spring in 
drills 2 to 3 feet apart and 34 inch deep. Thin the 
young plants to 9 to 12 inches apart. 
Dwarf White Velvet. Pods are white, smooth and 
of velvety appearance. 34 lb. 15c., lb. 
45c. 
bright red, crisp and tender. Not a good shipper, 
but strongly recommended for the home garden 
and nearby markets. Oz. 5c., 34 lb. 15c., lb. 
50c.; 5 lbs. or more, per lb. 45c. 
Peerless, or Ice Cream. Light green; white-seeded 
flesh scarlet and of fine quality. Oz. 5c., 34 lb. 
15c., lb. 45c.; 5 lbs. or more, per lb. 40c. 
Phinney’s Early. An extra early variety of fair 
size. Oz. 5c., 34 lb. 15c., lb. 45c.; 5 lbs. or more, 
per lb. 40c. 
Sweet-Heart. Medium early and very productive. 
Valuable for both the home table and shipping 
purposes. The fruits attain a large size; skin 
mottled light green; flesh deep red and of sweet 
flavor. Oz, 5c., 34 lb. 15c., lb. 50c.; 5 lbs. or 
more, per lb, 45c. 
Reed-seeded Citron. Used for preserving. Oz. 
5c., 34 lb- 15c., lb. 50c.; 5 lbs. or more, per 
lb. 45c. 
GUMBO 
Improved Dwarf Green. Dwarf, stocky^growth; 
early and a prolific bearer. Oz. 5c., 34 lb. 15c., 
lb. 40c. 
Long Green. Pods long and slender, pale green 
and of excellent quality. Oz. 5c., 34 lb. 15c., 
lb. 45c. 
