



_We have had over 40 years 
Muskmelon of experience growing Muskmelon seed 

Skoon’s Hard-Shell, a newcomer that you can’t afford to miss. 
Skoon’s Hard-Shell (New ) 88 days. A new and excellent 
flavored melon somewhat on 
the order of Bender’s Surprise in shape and general, appearance. It 
is valuable, especially for its extra hard shell which makes it fine 
for marketing as they will stand up better than most varieties. It 
is deeply ribbed, covered with a grayish yellow rope-like netting 
except for the distinct stripes or interstices. Skin is a beautiful 
yellow, flesh is medium in grain, red salmon in color, and the sweet, 
tasty flavor calls for more. Weight about 6 to’7 pounds. 
(Pkt., 5c) (0z., 15c) (%4 Ib., 35e) Cb., $1.10) (5 Ibs., $4.85) prepaid 
Tip Top 88 days. We have a special selection of this which is 
a great improvement over the old Tip Top, very uni- 
form in size, shape and quality; light slate colored rind, slightly 
netted. Flesh, very thick, fine grained, rich salmon, sweet, spicy and 
considered the best by many. About 7% inches long, broad, oval. 
(Pkt., 5e) (oz., 10c) (%4 Ib., 25ce) (lb., 75e) (5 Ibs., $3.30) prepaid 
WwW ° 92 days. A very lar ] fratt i 
SI ry ge melon of attractive 
ay de Market appearance Suited to local market and will 
ship short distances. As grown here average weight about 51% Ibs. 
The skin is grey or slate in color and covered with a medium coarse 
loosely laced netting; having much the appearance of a very large 
Honey Rock. Flesh is golden, very thick; not fine in texture but of 
good flavor. Withstands excessive moisture and retains its flavor 
better than most other varieties under such conditions. Honorable 
Mention ‘All America” Selections for 1939. 
(PKt., 5c) (oz, 15e) (%4 Ib., 35ce) (1b., $1.10) (5 Ibs., $4.85) prepaid 
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From Choctaw, Okla.—I have been using your seeds every year for fifteen 
years and have never been dissatisfied. 
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From Joplin, Mo.—In my various contacts with seed houses I met many old- 
timers who were personally acquainted with your father and a number 
who knew you well. It brings to mind again the marve'ous reputation 
which you people enjoy in your business. 
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42 D. V. Burrell Seed Growers Co., Rocky Ford, Colo. 
