Montreal Nutmeg Musk Melon
The large fruits are nearly round in form, slightly flattened at the ends, with very large, broad, heavy ribs. Dark-green skin, thickly covered with heavy netting. The flesh is two inches thick, light green, melting, and of delicious flavor. This is the variety which is grown exclusively on the Island of Montreal and commands such high prices on the Eastern markets during the fall months. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; ¼ lb., 40c; lb., $1.25, postpaid
Originally listed in: Burpee's Annual for 1916
The large fruits are nearly round in form, slightly flattened at the ends, with very large, broad, heavy ribs. Dark-green skin, thickly covered with heavy netting. The flesh is two inches thick, light green, melting, and of delicious flavor. This is the variety which is grown exclusively on the Island of Montreal and commands such high prices on the Eastern markets during the fall months. Pkt., 5c; oz., 15c; ¼ lb., 40c; lb., $1.25, postpaid
Originally listed in: Burpee's Annual for 1916