. Emerald Cucumber. NEW MUSKMELON. PAUL ROSE, or This variety originated in the West, the melons bein market under both names. A decided improvement in varieties. It is a cross of the Osage with Netted Gem, and combines the swe tness of the former with the fine gray .netting of the Gem, making it a very handsome melon. It has a very firm rind, and, as shown in illustration, a structure of flesh peculiarly its own. The melons grow uniform in shape and size, the average diameter being about 5 inches; flesh very thick, firm and beautiful; deep salmon or orange color, deliciously sweet and melting
. Emerald Cucumber. NEW MUSKMELON. PAUL ROSE, or This variety originated in the West, the melons bein market under both names. A decided improvement in varieties. It is a cross of the Osage with Netted Gem, and combines the swe tness of the former with the fine gray .netting of the Gem, making it a very handsome melon. It has a very firm rind, and, as shown in illustration, a structure of flesh peculiarly its own. The melons grow uniform in shape and size, the average diameter being about 5 inches; flesh very thick, firm and beautiful; deep salmon or orange color, deliciously sweet and melting ; the seed cavity is smallest of any variety. For shipping long distances the Paul Rose has no superior; they not only carry safely, but in such good condition that they readily bring much higher prices than other varieties. Its size and general appearance make it a splendid basket melon which will soon become a favorite with the market gardener, also jl for the private garden. Our seed is strictly pure, grown from the originator's stock. Pkt. 10 cts.; oz. 20 cts.; Jib. 50 cts.; lb. $; postpaid. Petoskey. g, sold on the the salmon-flesh Emerald Cucumber. Remains rich dark green until fully ripe. This is the most valuable Cucumber introduced in many years. Its beautiful dark green color and good keeping qualities are sure to make it a favorite with the market gardener, as well as for private use. It has all the good qualities of the White Spine, with the additional advantage of having a rich dark green color during the entire period of its growth, making it an evergreen cucumber. The vines are exceedingly productive, fruits set early and are very handsome, long and straight, entirely free from spines. In quality, fine, being very solid, cnsp, tender and of pleasing flavor. On account of their straight and slender growth and dark green color, the young fruits make excellent pickles, and the ripe fruits make better "sweet pickles" than any other variety. Those vho g
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