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WATERMELONS 
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Klondike 
The 
Best Variety 
for Western 
Conditions 
1 oz. to 50-foot row; JVz to 2 lbs. per acre.' 
Culture requirements for raising watermelons are, practically 
VtfUiiure speaking, the same as for muskmelons. The vines of the 
watermelons are more spreading and require a greater distance be¬ 
tween plants. Plant 8 to 10 seeds to the hill and space the hills 8 
by 10 feet apart. 
Mountain weight 50 lbs. Used as a 
y uunrdin [.,Qpp,g garden sort and for shipping. The size 
is often very large, however the flavor and texture is of the best. 
Has a dark green color with fine green veining. Shape is broad oval 
with blocky ends. The rind is quite thick. Flash is bright crimson, 
sweet and crisp. Seeds are white, tipped and spotted with black. 
(Pkt. 10c) (oz, 20c) (14 lb. 45c) (lb. $1.25) postpaid. 
87 days. Introduced by us in 1909. This is 
i\lunuiK.e without doubt the most popular melon in Cal¬ 
ifornia. Grown extensively in Imperial Valley for the shipping trade. 
Flesh is rich, dark red and very appetizing. Rind is thick enough 
for protection in shipping, yet not considered thick, and heavy, as 
many other varieties. The color is solid green, showing slight ribs 
running lengthwise of the fruit. Equally adapted to home garden cul¬ 
ture and for shipping. Average weight 25 lbs. We have brown seeded 
strain, which is the original, and a black seeded which is identical 
only for the color of the seeds. (Pkt. 10c) (or. 20c) (14 lb. 50c) 
(lb. $1.50) (5 lbs. $7.00) (10 lbs. $12.50) postpaid. 
Annpipnrt attractive dark green melon showing a 
nyc e u golden tinge at maturity. Flesh scarlet to the rind. Of 
excellent quality with no trace of stringiness. There is a Black 
Seeded and White Seeded strain, however the melons are identical 
in all other ways. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (14 lb. 45c) (lb. $1.25) 
postpaid. 
/ Chilean strains of Chilean, a white seeded 
^ lean g black seeded. The melons are identical in other 
respects. The black seeded is the more popular. Color is green with 
darker green stripes. Flesh is bright red, edible to the thin tough 
rind and of excellent quality. Average weight 18 lbs. Fruits almost 
round. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) i'A lb. 45c) (lb. $1.25) postpaid. 
Flnrlria Favftrif#» Average weight 30 lbs. A favorite 
rlU iUd ravonre among shippers and market gardeners on ac¬ 
count of its earliness. Fruits are light green with dark stripes and 
mottlings. Flesh is deep pink. Seeds are white. This melon enjoys 
a wide popularity. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (14 lb. 40c) (lb. $1.00) 
postpaid. 
K’lprUpv'c days. Average weight 35 lbs. Principally 
■xicuivicy a >jwcci grown for home garden and local market. 
Color is dark green with a bright red flesh that is tender and melt¬ 
ing. Not a good shipper. Seeds white with darkened tips; also known 
as Monte Cristo. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (14 lb. 40c) (lb. $1) postpaid. 
Tnm Wafenn Average weight 35 lbs. An old favorite 
om YraTaon shipping. Color is dark green becoming 
lighter at maturity with much veining. Flesh deep red in color and 
of good quality. Seeds brown with some mottling. (Pkt. 10c) (oz.20c) 
(14 lb. 40c) (lb. $1.00) postpaid. 
WinfAi- AAfil/Nn 3nd Queen)— 85 days. Average weight 
YVInTer iVieion prolific early melon with excellent 
edible qualities. When properly stored it will remain edible for several 
months. An excellent shipper. Flesh sweet with a fine texture. Seeds 
are quite small and black. Color is light cream with faint irregular 
stripes. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (14 lb. 50c) (lb. $1.50) postpaid. 
leilOW nesnea ice V-ream I^^g, dark green color. 
Quality is excellent, sugary, and of rich flavor peculiar to itself. 
(Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (14 lb. 45c) (lb. $1.25) postpaid. 
CITRON 
C'rf^^n Used extensively as feed for stock, and con- 
oreen jeeaeu gidered better than pumpkins. Can be allowed 
to lay in the field and will not be damaged by frost or decay. (Pkt. 
10c) (oz. 20c) (lb. $1.00) postpaid. 
MARKET GROWERS: If convenient visit our 
Market Gardeners Department at 652 Mateo 
Street, Los Angeles. An experienced salesman 
always in attendance. Free parking. 
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