C POWDERY MILDEW 


While the Powdery Mildew Resistant Cantaloupe strains were developed primarily 
to serve the Imperial Valley in fighting the mildew, on account of their excellent quali- 
ties, they are displacing other varieties in many cantaloupe shipping sections. The canta- 
loupe growers of Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and much of Texas are fast turning to 
these strains, although they are not affected with mildew in those states. 
One reason for this popularity is the way the cantaloupe will stand long distance 
shipping. Picked on a full slip in California, they arrive on the Eastern Seaboard mar- 
kets in prime eating condition. 
Many strains have been developed but I have selected those which have a distinct 
place in the trade. I grow and list the No. 1 and No. 8 for those growers wanting an 
extra large size melon. The No..50 and No. 50-13 are for growers wanting a somewhat 
smaller size. The No. 45 and D-2 are the standard sizes, the varieties that the California 
and Arizona growers use for main crop. 

RESISTANT D-2..... 88 days. This new Mildew Resistant strain was de- 
aoc veloped from the No. 45, for use in the Imperial 
Valley. It is immune to some forms of mildew that had attacked other varieties. The 
D-2 is a heavy yielder and produces melons slightly larger than the No. 45. The net is 
heavier and rougher than most of the other strains. The flesh is deep salmon, the eating 
and shipping qualities are excellent—as are all other mildew resistant strains. 
Prices Prepaid: Oz. 25c; %4 lb. 75c; Y2 lb. $1.30; 1 lb. $2.25; 2 Ibs. $4.25; 5 lbs. $9.75; 10 lbs. $18.00. 
RESISTANT NO. 45... 88 days. The standard shipping melon, somewhat oblong, 
well netted and very solid fleshed. The flesh color is deep 
salmon, sweet flavored and firmer than most other cantaloupes. The seed cavity is com- 
pact and well filled, making it hold up well in shipping. Picked on a full slip it will 
carry for long distances. Size 6%% by 6 inches they pack a uniform 12 crate. 
Prices Prepaid: Oz. 20c; 4 lb. 65c; Y2 Ib. $1.20; 1 Ib. $2.00; 2 lbs. $3.75; 5 lbs. $8.75; 10 lbs. $16.00. 
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