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MUSKMELONS—Continued. 
Orange Fleshed Varieties 
193 BENDER’S SURPRISE. Exquisitely fine fla¬ 
vor, large size and earliness combine to make this 
new melon a great favorite. The melons are of oval 
shape; flesh deep orange, very thick, deliciously 
sweet and of high flavor. Grows fairly large, weigh¬ 
ing up to 10 pounds each. The melons are very firm, 
keep for a week after being picked. 
Fkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Vi lb., 35c. 
195 GOLDEN CHAMPLAIN or LAKE CHAM¬ 
PLAIN. Earliest of the orange-fleshed melons; 75 
to 80 days. Nearly round, slightly flattened at ends, 
5 to 6 inches in diameter. Usually slightly ribbed 
and covered with an open, moderately coarse netting. 
The flesh is fairly thick, orange-salmon in color, 
juicy and very sweet. When fully ripe, the fruits 
show a golden color through the netting. A very 
good early market and home garden v°riety. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Vi lb., 35c. 
196 HALE’S BEST. Since its introduction, this va¬ 
riety has displaced some of the older popular fa¬ 
vorites by its outstanding merit. An early melon, 
ripening in 75 to 80 days. The nearly round fruits 
are normally 6 to 6V4 inches long, densely covered 
with a medium heavy netting and almost devoid of 
ribbi’ag. The flesh is very thick and fine grained, 
deep salmon-pink in color, richly flavored. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Vi lb., 35c. 
197 HEARTS OP GOLD or IMPROVED HOO¬ 
DOO. A new orange-fleshed variety, ideal as a 
shipping melon and of the very finest quality. Fruits 
uniformly of medium size. Rind thin yet very firm. 
Flesh very thick, firm, of fine texture and delicious 
flavor. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Vi lb., 35c. 
198 HONEY ROCK or SUGAR ROCK. The best 
recent introduction; originating in Indiana. Its extreme earliness is 
not the least of its valuable qualities. It is of medium size with a slate- 
gray rind and coarse*, rope-like netting. It has a thick, pink flesh and 
a small seed cavity. The flavor is excellent. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Vi lb., 35c. 
199 OSAGE or MILLER’S CREAM. A medium salmon-fleshed 
melon of excellent quality. Fruits are oval, dark green, slightly ribbed, 
tinged with grey. Flesh salmon color, thick, and highly flavored 
' A splendid sort for late or main crop, especially for the market. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Vi lb., 35c. 
Melons Are Not Hard to Raise 
200 TIP TOP. A popular sort with market gardeners, producing very 
large sized melons, ribbed but almost smooth skin. Flesh salmon, very 
deep, a little coarse but exceedingly sweet and luscious. Especially 
desirable for very rich soil and one of the most profitable for market. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Vi lb., 35c. 
201 BANANA. A long, smooth-skinned variety, growing somewhat in 
the shape of a long squash. Fruit about 12 inches long, salmon flesh, 
which is very sweet, luscious and tender. Much esteemed in some 
localities. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; Vi lb., 35c. 
WASSER-MELONE (Ger.) 
WATERMELONS 
COCOMERO D’ACQUA (It.) 
Watermelons do best on old, rich soil, which is not too freshly ma¬ 
nured, hence when making the hills, well-rotted manure should be used, 
and it is better to prepare them some time ahead before planting the 
deed. If manure cannot be obtained, use good commercial fertilizer or 
sheep manure mixed with the soil. 
One ounce plants 20 hills; 4 pounds per acre. Plant early in May or 
for later use, in Juno. 
Culture. Treat as for muskmelons, but give more room, 10 to 12 feet 
apart each way. 
203 EARLY KANSAS. The largest of all early melons. It combines 
sweet flavor and bright red flesh, solid to the rind, which is not thick. 
Nearly round, light green with broad bands of wavy stripes. Every 
melon a good one; no white or stringy hearts, and a wonderful shipper. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Vi lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
204 IMPROVED KLECKLEY’S SWEET No. 6. A Wilt-Resistant 
Watermelon. This new strain marks a distinct advancement toward 
the development of the popular Watermelons where soil disease is 
serious. An improved Kleckley’s Sweet type which has proven almost 
fully resistant to fusarium wilt. It is dark green, of good length, with 
deep red flesh and white seeds. 
Fkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Vi lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
205 COLE’S EARLY. A sure cropper for northern states. Its dark 
red flesh is delicate in texture ; rind green, striped with lighter shades, 
thin and brittle; of medium size, and nearly round. Matures early, 
especially good for home use. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Vi lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
206 STONE MOUNTAIN. A melon of finest quality and claimed to 
be the sweetest of all of the large melons. It is almost round and hat 
a dark green, medium thick rind. Flesh rich scarlet. It is not un¬ 
usual to grow Stone Mountains weighing 70 to 80 pounds. For home 
use and nearby markets it is unexcelled. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Vi lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
207 TOM WATSON. A long, dark green melon, which has become 
exceedingly popular on account of its large size and general fine 
qualities. Vines are vigorous and productive. Flesh rich bright red, 
very juicy and sweet. Most suitable for nearby markets, family gar¬ 
dens, and a favorite with truckers, as it stands shipping well and re¬ 
tains its color and good quality a long time. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Vi lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
208 KLECKLEY’S SWEET, or MONTE CRISTO. One of the best 
flavored melons in cultivation and one of the best for home use or 
nearby markets. It is long, very dark green with thin rind. Flesh deep 
red, of fine, delicious flavor. 
Fkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Vi lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
209 FLORIDA FAVORITE. A well-known popular sort which has 
long been a favorite for home use and market. Ripens early, has dark 
green rind, striped with light green. Flesh light crimson, exceedingly 
sugary, fine and tender. Very delicious and highly recommended either 
fo'r home market or family use. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Vi lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
210 PORDHOOK EARLY. The fruit is of good size, rather 
short and blocky in form, with large diameter. Skin dark 
green, occasionally with faint stripes of lighter green. 
Rind quite thin, but skin tough, making an excellent ship¬ 
ping variety. Flesh bright red, crisp, sweet, and of splendid 
quality. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Vi lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
211 SWEETHEART. A very popular shipping sort par¬ 
ticularly in the south. Fruits are very large, oval, very 
heavy with thin rind which is of light green color, slightly 
veined with darker shade. Flesh bright red, firm, very sweet, 
and the fruits remain in condition a long time after ripen¬ 
ing. A splendid sort for market or main crop, being of fine 
appearance and sells readily. 
Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; Vi lb., 25c; 1 lb., 75c. 
Improved Kleckley's Sweet No. 6 
ftT.r , 10c PACKETS ARE 3 FOR 25c; ALL 15c PACKETS ARE 2 FOR 25c 
