


A&M 
WATERMELONS--- Continued 
WRITE FOR QUANTITY PRICES 
1 oz. to 50-foot row; 1% to 2 Ibs. per acre. 
The requirements for raising watermelons are, practicall 
Culture speaking, the same as for muskmelons. The he of the 
watermelons are more spreading and require a greater distance be- 
tween plants. Plant 8 to 10 seeds to the hill and space the hills 8 
by 10 feet apart. 
. 87 days. (Plant only 1 to 1% Ibs. per 
AsM Klondike acre.) Introduced by us in 1909. This is 
without doubt the most popular melon in California. Grown ex- 
tensively in the Imperial Valley for the shipping trade. Flesh is 
rich, dark red and very appetizing.. Rind is thick enough for pro- 
. tection in shipping, yet not considered thick, and heavy, as many 
other varieties. The color is solid green, showing slight ribs run- 
ning lengthwise of the fruit. Equally adapted to home garden cul- 
ture and for shipping. Average weight 25 lbs. We have brown seeded 
strain, which is the original, and a black seeded which is identical 
only for the color of the seeds. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (Y% tb. 75c) 
(Ib. $2.25) postpaid. 
: _7 Same as above, but especially recommended in 
Klondike R-7 districts where Wilt is prevalent. (Pkt. 10c) 
(oz. 25c) (% Ib. 75c) (Ib. $2.25) postpaid. 
90 days An attractive dark green melon showing a 
Angeleno golden tinge at maturity. Flesh scarlet to the rind, of 
excellent quality with no trace of stringiness. There is a Black 
Seeded and White Seeded strain, however the melons are identical 
in all ather ways. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (% Ib. 50c) (Ib. $1.50) 
postpaid. 
Chilean 85 days. There are two strains of Chilean, a white seeded 
and a black seeded. The melons are identical in other 
respects. The black seeded is the more popular. Color is green with 
darker green stripes. Flesh is bright red, edible to the thin tough 
rind and of excellent quality. Average weight 18 Ibs. Fruits almost~ 
round. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (% Ib. 50c) (Ib. $1.50) postpaid. 
. ° 87 days. Average weight 30 Ibs. A favorite 
Florida Favorite among shippers and market gardeners on ac- 
count of its earliness. Fruits are iignt green with dark stripes and 
mottlings. Flesh is deep: pink. Seeds are white. This melon enjoys 
a wide popularity. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (% Ib. 50c) (Ib. $1.50) 
postpaid. 
/ 85 days. Average weight 35 Ibs. Principally 
Kleckley’s Sweet grown for home garden and local market. 
Color is dark green with a bright red flesh that is tender and melt- 
ing. Not a good shipper. Seeds white with darkened tips; also known 
as Monte Cristo. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (% Ib. 50c) (Ib. $1.50) 
postpaid. 
AsM 
Klondike 

- 85 days. Average weight 50 Ibs. Used as a 
Stone Mountain home es sort and for shipping. The size 
is often very large, however the flavor and texture is of the best. 
Has a dark green color with fine green veining. Shape is broad oval 
with blocky ends. The rind is quite thick. Flesh is bright crimson, 
sweet and crisp. Seeds are white, tipped and spotted with black. 
(Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (Y% Ib. 50c) (Ib. $1.50) postpaid. 
92 days. Average weight 35 Ibs. An old favorite 
Tom Watson for cooing Color is dark green becoming 
lighter at maturity with much veining. Flesh deep red in color and 
of good quality. Seeds brown with some mottling. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) 
(% Ib. 50c) (Ib. $1.50) postpaid. 
: (King and Queen)—-85 days. Average weight 
Winter Melon 14 lbs. A prolific early melon with excellent 
edible qualities. When properly stored it will remain edible for several 
months. An excellent shipper. Flesh sweet with a fine texture. Seeds 
are quite small and black. Color is light cream with faint irregular 
stripes. (Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (Y% Ib. 65c) (Ib. $2.00) postpaid. 
90 days. Grows to a large size, 
Yellow Fleshed Ice Cream long, and of dark green color. 
Quality is excellent, sugary, and of rich flavor peculiar to itself. 
(Pkt. 10c) (oz. 20c) (¥% Ib. 50c) (Ib. $1.50) postpaid. 
CITRON 
Used extensively as feed for stock, and con- 
Green Seeded sidered better than pumpkins. Can be allowed 
to lay in the field and will not be damaged by frost or decay. (Pkt. 
10c) (oz. 20c) (lb. $1.50) postpaid. 
HOTKAPS eliminate weather and insect 
damage. These patented wax paper 
cones form miniature hot houses over 
each plant, promote sturdy growth and ae, 
bring crops to maturity 2 to 3 weeks 
earlier. For prices, see page 75. 



The 
Best Variety 
for Western 
Conditions 
AGGELER& MUSSER SEED Co. 
ELES, CALIFORNIA 

