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Watermelons do best on old, rich soil, which is not 
too freshly manured, hence when making the hills, 
well-rotted manure should be used, and it is better to — 
prepare them some time ahead before planting the i 
seed. If manure cannot be obtained, use good com- 
mercial fertilizer or sheep manure mixed with the soil. 
One ounce plants 20 hills; 2 pounds per acre. Plant 
early in May or for late use, in June. a ee & 
Culture. Treat as for Muskmelons, but give more 
room, 10 to 12 feet apart each way. 
: ° 88 days.) The largest ~ 
209 Florida Giant st best of the so-called 
round type Watermelons. Dark green skin and the 
flesh deep bright red and of very fine quality and 
flavor. perso = 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 40c; %4 1b., $1.25, é 
202 HAWKESBURY or GREY SHIPPER. (85 days.) This ex- E 
cellent quality Watermelon belongs in the class of the light colored : 
Melons. Thrives on soil that is highly infested with the wilt disease. 211 SWEETHEART. (90 days.) A very popular shipping sort, 


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Hawkesbury or Grey Shipper 

Light grey color with a fine green veining. The rind is reasonably particularly in the South. Fruits are very large, oval, very heavy 
thick and tough for shipping purposes. The flesh is dark pink, of with thin rind which is of light green color, slightly veined with 
fine texture and the seeds are brownish black. darker shade. Flesh bright red, firm, very sweet, and the fruits 
_ Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; 14 Ib., 90c. remain in condition a long time after ripening. A splendid sort 
203 EARLY EANSAS. (80 days.) The largest of all early Melons. aoe el ora nal et Bone of fine appearance and sells readily 
It combines sweet flavor and bright red flesh, solid to the rind, which » 10c; 02., 25c; 74 1b. 75c. ss 
is not thick. Nearly round, light green with broad bands of wavy 
stripes. Every Melon a good one; no white or stringy hearts, and 212 DIXIE QUEEN, (85 days.) A leader for home gardens, local 
a wonderful shipper. markets, and for shipping. Fruits nearly round with light and dark 
Pkt, 10c; 02., 25ce; %4 Ib., 75c. green stripes; thin, tough rind; flesh deep scarlet, crisp and sweet. 
204 WILT-RESISTANT KLECKLEY’S SWEET NO. 6. (88 Medium to large size, and very uniform. The few seeds are white. — 
days.) A Wilt-Resistant Watermelon. This new strain marks a dis- PkEt., 10c; oz., 35c; 14 lb., $1.00. 
tinct advancement toward the development of the popular Watermelons ore 
where soil disease is serious. An improved Kleckley’s Sweet type 213 PEERLESS or ICE CREAM. (85 days.) A splendid early sort 
which has proven almost fully resistant to fusarium wilt. It is dark for home or market gardens. Vines moderately vigorous, hardy, and 
green, of good length with deep red flesh, and white seeds. very productive. Fruits are oblong, medium size, bright green, ‘finely 
Pkt., 10c; 0z., 30c; %4 Ib., 90c. veined with darker shade. Flesh bright scarlet, crisp and very sweet. 
205 COLE’S EARLY. (75 days.) Also known as Harris’ Earliest. A Pkt, 10c; 0z., 25¢; 1% Ib., 75¢. 
sure cropper for northern states. Its dark red flesh is delicate in tex- 
ture; rind green, striped with lighter shades, thin and brittle; of 214 GEORGIA RATTLESNAKE. (90 days.) Also called Gypsy. — 
medium size, and nearly round. Matures early, especially good for One of the most popular of the older sorts, especially in the South. — 
home use. Fruits are large, very long, of light green color, distinctly striped 
Pkt, 10c; 0z., 25c; %4 Ihb., 75c. : ae wena with tthe In the South a fe very BAe ae 
‘ eemed and especially desirable for growing and shipping. e rin 
206 STONE MOUNTAIN. (90 days.) A Melon of finest quality and is remarkably thin though very tough; hence, it stands shipping well. 
claimed to be the sweetest of all of the large Melons. It is almost Flesh most tender, sweet and luscious. Fruits are uniformly good 
round and has a dark green, medium thick rind. Flesh rich scarlet. quality. : aoe 
It is not unusual to grow Stone Mountain weighing 70 to 80 pounds. Pkt, 10c; 0z., 25c; %4 Ib., 75c. SS 
For home use and nearby markets it is umexcelled: 
Pkt, 10c; oz., 25c; %4 Ih., 75c. 
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215 HALBERT’S HONEY, (87 days.) A long, dark green Melon 
207 TOM WATSON. (92 days.) A long, dark green Melon, which of moderate size but: such splendid quali Snag é = 
has become exceedingly popular on account of its large size and gen- sirable for Sa or home aes The wind Ib werd acuta “ek bright 
eral fine qualities. Vines are vigorous and productive. Flesh rich crimson and so crisp and tender that ripe Melons will split ahead of __ 
bright red, very juicy and sweet. Most suitable for nearby markets, the knife in cutting. We especially recommend this for general plant- _ 
family gardens, and a favorite with truckers, as it stands shipping ing as it is very productive, of excellent quality and a splendid seller. 
well and retains its color and good quality a long time. Pkt, 10c; 0z., 25c; %4 lb., 75c. 4 
Pkt, 10c; 0z., 25c; 1% Ihb., 75c. fo eee 
208 KLECKLEY’S SWEET or MONTE CRISTO. (85 days.) 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. 
Pkt, 10c; oz., 25c; 14 Ib., 75c. 
MUSHROOM SPAWN 
Our special leaflet, “Mushroom Culture,’’ will be sent free if you ask for it. Follow 
the directions and you should grow splendid mushrooms. 
American-Grown Pure Culture Spawn 
BRICK SPAWN. One brick will plant about 10 sq. ft. 
50c a brick; 5 bricks, $2.25. ; 
BOTTLE SPAWN. One carton will spawn about 40 sq. ft. 
Per carton, $1.25; 5 cartons, $5.50. 
We can also furnish a booklet of more extended information entitled, “Success with _ 
Mushrooms.” Price, 250. 

PLANT A SUCCESSION GARDEN ~ fee 
An astonishing amount of vegetables can be grown on a small plot of ground by planting succession crops and by intercropping. Such | 
vegetables as Radish, Leaf Lettuce, Green Onions and Spinach can be planted between Beans, Peas, Tomatoes, and Corn, which Ereuaie eas 
much wider rows. Make several plantings of Beans and Peas to have a fresh table supply all season. Any surplus may be canned for winter 
use. Follow the early crops with vegetables for fall and winter use such as Spinach, Kohl Rabi, Turnips, Kale, ete. Have fresh, healthful — 
vegetables on your table throughout the entire growing season. ; fee Gee 
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