Emerald Gem Musk Melon
Introduced thirty years ago ( in 1886 ), this has long been acknowledged the most delicious in flavor – the standard by which all other melons must be judged! It is also one of the earliest to ripen, and while too soft to stand shipping any great distance to market, it is unequaled for home use or nearby markets. Vines of strong, vigorous growth and very prolific. If fruits are gathered as soon as they ripen, the vines will continue in bearing throughout the season. The melons are of the same size as our Netted Gem, but slightly flattened at the stem and blossom ends. The skin is a rich deep emerald-green, smooth, and free from netting. The fruits are heavily ribbed, with narrow bands of lighter green between the ribs. Flesh very thick, with small seed cavity, crystalline in appearance, and of a rich salmon color. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; ¼ lb., 40c; lb., $1.25
Originally listed in: Burpee's Annual for 1916
Introduced thirty years ago ( in 1886 ), this has long been acknowledged the most delicious in flavor – the standard by which all other melons must be judged! It is also one of the earliest to ripen, and while too soft to stand shipping any great distance to market, it is unequaled for home use or nearby markets. Vines of strong, vigorous growth and very prolific. If fruits are gathered as soon as they ripen, the vines will continue in bearing throughout the season. The melons are of the same size as our Netted Gem, but slightly flattened at the stem and blossom ends. The skin is a rich deep emerald-green, smooth, and free from netting. The fruits are heavily ribbed, with narrow bands of lighter green between the ribs. Flesh very thick, with small seed cavity, crystalline in appearance, and of a rich salmon color. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; ¼ lb., 40c; lb., $1.25
Originally listed in: Burpee's Annual for 1916
Emerald Gem Musk Melon
Few new vegetables have proved as worthy as this. It is indeed the finest of all melons. Its color is dark green, with most beautiful salmon colored flesh. Medium size, round and very prolific. Its flavor is delicious and sweet beyond description. It is so rich and juicy that it nearly drops to pieces, and is best eaten with a spoon. We can say nothing which will convey a true idea of its delicious quality. It must be eaten to be appreciated. Do not fail to plant this grand melon. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; lb., $2.00
Originally listed in: 1891-Illustrated Catalog of Bulbs and Plants
Few new vegetables have proved as worthy as this. It is indeed the finest of all melons. Its color is dark green, with most beautiful salmon colored flesh. Medium size, round and very prolific. Its flavor is delicious and sweet beyond description. It is so rich and juicy that it nearly drops to pieces, and is best eaten with a spoon. We can say nothing which will convey a true idea of its delicious quality. It must be eaten to be appreciated. Do not fail to plant this grand melon. Pkt., 10c; oz., 20c; lb., $2.00
Originally listed in: 1891-Illustrated Catalog of Bulbs and Plants