ROCKY FORD CANTALOUPE SEED 

Watermelons 
Black-Seeded Klondike 
These Klondikes are short green melons, oblong, tapering to the blossom end, and will weigh 18 to 20 
pounds. The flesh is a deep red and very sweet. The seeds are small and black. This early variety 
matures in about 80 days and is one of the popular market melons. They may be planted as soon - 
as danger of frost is past, planting in hills 6 to 8 feet apart. About 8 seeds are used to the hill, 
planted about 1 inch deep. The plants should be thinned to the 2 or 3 best plants to the hill. An 
ounce of seed will plant about 30 hills. 
d: Ounce, 25c; % pound, 80c; % pound, $1.50; 1 pound, $2.50; 
Prices postpai 
2 pounds, $4.75; 5 pounds, $11.00; 10 pounds, $20.00. 
Dixie Queen 
This large oval shaped melon is one of the most popular varieties. In size it will average about 35 
pounds, but may grow as large as 50 pounds. The outer skin is light green, striped with dark green. 
The rind is tough and the flesh is a rich scarlet. The seeds are small and white. It is an excellent 
shipper and a heavy yielder, maturing in about 85 days. Its delicious sweetness accounts for its 
popularity. 
Prices post paid : Ounce, 25c; %4 pound, 80c; ¥% pound, $1.50; 1 pound, $2.50; 
2 pounds, $4.75; 5 pounds, $11.00; 10 pounds, $20.00. 




REGARDING YOUR ORDER... 
Under normal conditions all orders are filled and shipped the same day they are received. 
Careful attention is given all orders to insure accuracy in filling them. Only the finest stocks 
will be sent out on orders. We pay all transportation costs and guarantee the safe arrival of 
the seed. 
Enclosed with this 1946 Manual is an order blank. By filling it out completely you will 
assist us in handling your orter promptly and accurately. Give your name and complete 
address legibly. Check the manner of shipment you prefer. Note the amount that is enclosed 
in payment of your order. Send the order to us in the enclosed business reply envelope, 
which requires no postage. If there is an urgent need for the seed immediately, please do not 
hesitate to wire us. Telegraphic orders will receive immediate attention. 
In common with other members of the American Seed Trade Association, our seed is 
subject to the following disclaimer: The Rocky Ford Cantaloupe Seed Breeders Association 
gives no warranty, express or implied, as to the productiveness of the seed it sells, and will 
not be in any way responsible for the crop. Our liability, in all instances, is‘ limited to the 
purchase price of the seed. 
We hope to hear from you again this season. 
We take this opportunity to express to you our hope that the coming season will be a 
successful and profitable one for you. 
The Rocky Ford Cantaloupe Seed Breeders’ Association 
ROCKY FORD, COLORADO 
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