Patents Assigned to Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc.
  • Patent number: PP11900
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hibiscus plant named ‘Plant No. 179’, characterized by its plant height of about 3.5 to 5.5 feet; very large flat flowers with fully overlapping petals; vibrant pink flower color; flowers that maintain their flat shape for up to two days; long flowering period; resistance to diseases and insects common to Hibiscus; tolerance to humidity exremes; tolerance to drought and flooding; and tolerance to temperatures extremes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2001
    Assignee: Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: William L. Morrison
  • Patent number: PP11901
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hibiscus plant named ‘Plant No. 115’, characterized by its plant height of about 4.5 to 6.5 feet; very large flat flowers with fully overlapping petals; bright red flower color; flowers that maintain their flat shape for up to two days; long flowering period; resistance to diseases and insects common to Hibiscus; tolerance to humidity extremes; tolerance to drought and flooding; and tolerance to temperatures extremes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2001
    Assignee: Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: William L. Morrison
  • Patent number: PP14222
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid variety Hibiscus moscheutos cultivar, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from ten to twelve inches in diameter that are mostly white, with a pale tinge of pink (Red-Purple Group 69B) on the margins and a deep red eye (Red Group 45A). The length of the blooming cycle is about four to five weeks. The flowers, which have completely overlapping petals, retain their flat shape for two full days, except when temperatures are exceptionally warm. Distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2003
    Assignee: Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: William L. Morrison
  • Patent number: PP14223
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid variety Hibiscus moscheutos cultivar, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from ten to twelve inches in diameter that are white, with medium pink (Red-Purple Group 68A) at the margins extending into the petal about one to two inches before fading out, with deeper red eye (Red Group 45A). The length of the blooming cycle is about four to five weeks. The flowers, which have completely overlapping petals, retain their flat shape for two full days, except when temperatures are exceptionally warm. Distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2003
    Assignee: Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: William L. Morrison
  • Patent number: PP14313
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid variety Hibiscus moscheutos cultivar, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from ten to twelve inches in diameter that are pale pink (Red-Purple Group 69D) with deeper pink (Red-Purple Group 74C) on edges of petal margins and mottled over the petal intensifying slightly toward the center, with deeper red eye (Red-Purple Group 60A). The length of the blooming cycle is about four to five weeks. The flowers, which have completely overlapping petals, retain their flat shape for two full days, except when temperatures are exceptionally warm. Distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2003
    Assignee: Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: William L. Morrison
  • Patent number: PP11164
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid variety of Hibiscus moscheutos, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from seven to thirteen inches in diameter that are white with a red eye (Pantone 201u). The length of the blooming cycle is about 4-5 weeks. The flowers, which have completely overlapping petals, retain their flat shape for two full days, except when temperatures are exceptionally warm. Distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 28, 1999
    Assignee: Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: William L. Morrison
  • Patent number: PP11165
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid variety of Hibiscus moscheutos, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from seven to twelve inches in diameter that are light fuschia with a darker eye, closely matching Pantone 224U with a Pantone 227U eye and with fully overlapping petals. The blooming period is about 3 to 4 weeks, but individual blooms allowed to remain on the plant typically last about 2 days. Mature plant specimens are about 31/2 to 51/2 feet in height. The distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 28, 1999
    Assignee: Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: William L. Morrison
  • Patent number: PP11166
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid variety of hibiscus, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from seven to twelve inches in diameter that are fuchsia pink with a darker eye, closely matching Pantone 221U with a Pantone 222U eye, will fully overlapping petals. The length of the blooming cycle is about 3-5 weeks. Individual blooms last about 2-3 days on the stalk. The distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 28, 1999
    Assignee: Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: William L. Morrison
  • Patent number: PP11672
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid variety of Hibiscus moscheutos cultivar, particularly distinguished by having flowers of from seven to twelve inches in diameter that are deep red, closely matching Pantone 215u. The flowers have fully overlapping petals. Pedicels about 3" and are distinctive in having a reddish color (Pantone 208U) that is more pronounced on the upper side; the back side is greenish-yellow. Distinguishing characteristics are constant and stable in asexually reproduced plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 1998
    Date of Patent: December 12, 2000
    Assignee: Gilberg Perennial Farms, Inc.
    Inventor: William L. Morrison