Alabama Sweet Watermelon
Extensively grown in the South for shipping to distant markets. The melons are large, of oblong form and have a firm, dark-green, slightly striped rind. The flesh is bright red and of good flavor; seeds are white. Pkt., 5c; oz., 10c; ¼ lb., 25c; lb., 75c, postpaid.
Originally listed in: Burpee's Annual for 1916
Alabama Sweet Watermelon
Without question one of the finest shipping melons ever placed on the market. It is early, of strong growth, very productive and bears later than most others. Its flavor is simply delicious and it is of very handsome appearance. Is of good size, dark green in color, with light seeds. In high favor in the South.
Originally listed in: Porter and Sons mid-20th-century pricelist