Hawkesbury Watermelon
(Wilt resistant). This is a new melon, with light gray-green rind, possessing the fine qualities necessary for a market sort, also has fine eating qualities. The vines are vigorous, prolific and grow melons weighing 30 to 40 pounds. The rind is tough and stands rough handling. Uniform shaped and highly resistant to fusarium wilt. Flesh red, seeds black.
Originally listed in: Porter and Sons mid-20th-century pricelist
(Wilt resistant). This is a new melon, with light gray-green rind, possessing the fine qualities necessary for a market sort, also has fine eating qualities. The vines are vigorous, prolific and grow melons weighing 30 to 40 pounds. The rind is tough and stands rough handling. Uniform shaped and highly resistant to fusarium wilt. Flesh red, seeds black.
Originally listed in: Porter and Sons mid-20th-century pricelist