CANTALOUPES: 



Prefer rich, sandy soil and plenty of sunshine. When the ground has ® 
become thoroughly warm, spade in well-rotted manure about. % foot | 
deep, at the rate of a shovelful for, each hill: Drop 8 to 10 seeds in 
slightly raised hills 4 to 6 feet apart each way, covering with % to 1 | 
inch of fine soil. When: plants have produced their rough leaves, thin 
to the 3 or 4 strongest in each hill, Practice frequent shallow cultiva- | 
tion until vines-cover ground. Commercial growers start the seed in 
hotbeds, in paper pots, or dirt-bands (write for prices) and later. trans- 
plant to the fieid. Earlier plantings can be accomplished by the use 
of Hotkaps (see first pink page in rear of catalog). For fungous diseases 
in general, spray frequently with Bordeaux Mixture or Pyrox (see page 
64); for ‘‘damping. off,’ dust with flowers of sulphur when the vines are ‘ 
young; and maintain good drainage and clean cultivation. 
One ounce will sow 50 hills; 2 to 3 pounds, an acre. 
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105 REUTER'S ORANGE FLESH 
95 days. The “last word” in the Rocky Ford type. size, shape, and maturity, nearly round, densely 
Its distinctive characteristic is its appealing deep covered with a hard gray netting, and have practi- 
orange flesh which is solid, fine-grained, juicy, de- eally no ribs. Recommended for its prolific bearing, 
liciously sweet, and of a spicy flavor. The seed- unexcelled eating and shipping qualities. Pkt. 10c; 
cavity is very small. Melons are 6 to 7 inches in oz 20c; %4 Ib. 65c; Ib. $2.25; 5 Ibs. $10.25. | Not 
diameter, weigh 2% to 3 pounds, are uniform in prepaid: 10 lbs. $19.50. 
120 LARGE HACKENSACK. 
88 days. An extra large Muskmelon 
weighing up to 7 pounds. The fruits 
are 6% inches long, 8 inches in di- 
ameter and densely ribbed with little 
netting. The green flesh is thick and 
very sweet and juicy. Recommended 
for the home garden and nearby mar- 
kets. Pkt. 10c; oz. 20c; %4 \lb.< 
65c; lb. $2.25; 5lbs. $10.25 
Not prepaid: 10 lbs. $19.50. 



















Vine-Ripened 
Cantaloupes 
have best flavor 

A108 IMPERIAL 45.99 aaa An outstanding ana y 106 HONEY ROCK 95 days. The flesh is deep, 
unusual melon with a delightful flavor alj its own. 
The peculiar golden color of its slightly netted skin 
gives one the impression of transparency. It is of 
the Rocky Ford size. The seed is held tightly in a 
very small and compact cavity. It’s a heavy yielder 
even in the hottest, driest season°and never shows 
spoilage in the field, even when quite ripe. A splen- 
did dong distance shipper, Pkt. 10c3 oz. 20c; 1% Ib. 
eaeeigers $2.25; 5 lbs. $10.25. Not prepaid: 10 lbs. 
2ovU, : 
‘thick, of orange color, with a sugary and luscious 
flavor all its own. Rind is so tough, and the flesh 
so firm that it can be allowed to ripen on the vine 
and then shipped long distances and yet arrive’ in 
perfect condition. The fruits are nearly round, me- 
dium in size, with a heavy, coarse netting over a 
slate-colored skin. The vigorous vines show no trace 
of blight. Pkt. 10c; oz. 20c; %4 Ib. 65c; Ib. $2.25; 
Seren $10.25. Not prepaid: 10 lbs. $19.50; 25 Ibs. 
ov. 
113 95 days. We predict this new variety will achieve 
great popularity. The medium-sized (6 by 5 inches), 
oval shaped fruits are finely netted, which in itself 
gives them a handsome appearance, but when they are 
halved and disclose their’ beautiful salmon-colored 
flesh, their appeal is irresistible. The flesh is thick; of 
a fine custard-like texture, and the triangular seed- 
cavity is the smallest ‘found in melons of this type. 
Just about perfection for a true Cantaloupe. It is 
sure to supersede most of the older shipping varieties, 
now that we have this type selected to the typically 
Cantaloupe requirements, Pkt. 10c; oz. 20c; 1% Ib. 65c3 
Ib. $2.25; 5 Ibs. $10.25. Not prepaid: 10 lbs. $19.50. 

Improved Perfecto. Cantaloupe 
16 Veg etable Seeds 
REUTER SEED CO., Inc., New Orleans 
