Mildew Resistant 
No. 45 
A Leading Commercial Cantaloupe 

The Mildew Resistant No. 45 has become one of the most popular varieties of 
commercial cantaloupes. 
The No. 45 is a slightly oblong melon, well-netted and solid. Picked vine-ripened 
on a full slip, it can be shipped long distances without any breakdown of the solid, 
firm flesh. The flesh is salmon colored, firm textured and sweet. The cavity is small 
and compactly filled with seed. The vines are vigorous and prolific, producing jumbo 
36 sized melons, maturing in about 95 days. 
The vigor and shipping qualities of the No. 45 account for its universal popularity. 
It is one of the finest commercial melons on the market because it can be picked 
vine-ripened and stand shipment to distant markets. Its heavy set of melons makes 
it popular with the grower because of its large yields. Its fine quality and flavor 
make it popular with the buyers. 
Prices postpaid: Ounce, 25c; '%4 pound, 75c; '/2 pound, $1.35; | Pound, $2.25; 5 pounds, $9.90. 

