ROCKY FORD, COLORADO 
Congo Watermelon 
(Anthrachnose Resistant) 
COLORADO CERTIFIED BLUE TAG 
The Congo has proven to be very satisfactory in nearly all areas, especially so in the 
Eastern and Southern sections. It has an extremely strong, thick rind, which is an 
advantage to long distance shipping or truck hauling. Is bred for a high degree of 
resistance to Anthrachnose. Medium dark green color with darker green stripe; has 
bright red flesh, excellent flavor, high in sugar content. Seeds medium size, greyish- 
white color. Average weight 35 to 40 pounds. Its quality along with the resistance is 
very valuable to all commercial growers. Matures in 90 days. 
PRICE: % Ib. $1.75; 1 Ib. to 5 Ibs. @ $2.75; 5 Ibs. to 10 Ibs. @ $2.50 
10 lbs. or more @ $2.35 per lb. Prepaid. 
Klondike Peacock Watermelon 
COLORADO CERTIFIED BLUE TAG 
Appearance of the Peacock in many respects is similar to Black Seeded Klondike but 
with a much tougher rind which minimizes loss in shipping. Melons oblong, blocky 
ends, slightly furrowed length-wise; 15 to 17 inches long and 9 inches in diameter; 
average weight 20 to 25 pounds. Its color is a solid dark green, flesh distinct orange- 
red, crisp texture with no sign of stringiness. Seeds very small, nearly black. Matures 
in 80 days. 
PRICE: % Ib. $1.75; 1 Ib. to 5 Ibs. @ $2.75; 5 Ibs. to 16 Ibs. @ $2.50 
10 Ibs. ‘or more @ $2.35 per Ib. Prepaid. 
Wilson Sweet Watermelon 
COLORADO CERTIFIED BLUE TAG 
This is a comparatively new melon and extremely popular with the trade wherever 
grown. Shape slightly longer than it is around. Its color is a dark green with very 
irregular grey spots or a sort of marbled effect, mixed with the dark green color 
gives it a most odd and beautiful appearance. Flesh is deep red, very sweet and has 
a wonderful flavor. Medium white seed. Attains a weight averaging about 25 Ibs. 
Maturity 85 days. 
PRICE: % Ib. $1.75; 1 lb. to 5 lbs. @ $2.75; 5 Ibs. to 16 Ibs. @ $2.50 
16 lbs. or more @ $2.35 per lb. Prepaid. 
All Seed We Offer Is Our Own Colorado Grown 
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