Patents Assigned to Premier Introductions Inc.
  • plant named ‘LRD-02-20’
    Patent number: PP34955
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Loropetalum plant named ‘LRD-02-20’ is disclosed, characterized by its compact, mounded, spreading growth habit; dark black-purple foliage color that persists through summer and winter; dark pink (almost red) flowers in spring; and improved cold hardiness compared to other compact purple-leaf cultivars. The new variety is a Loropetalum, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2023
    Assignee: Premier Introductions Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Dirr, Jeff Beasley, Mark Griffith
  • plant named ‘ST-07-20’
    Patent number: PP34958
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Gardenia plant named ‘ST-07-20’ is disclosed, characterized by fragrant, double white flowers, abundant large flowers in spring with reblooming to fall, lustrous, dark green foliage, columnar growth habit, cold hardy to USDA Hardiness Zone 7. The new cultivar is a Gardenia, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2022
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2023
    Assignee: Premier Introductions Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Dirr, Jeff Beasley, Mark Griffin
  • plant named ‘CE-01-20’
    Patent number: PP35124
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘CE-01-20’ is disclosed, characterized by bright yellow foliage in the spring, turning to yellow-green in the summer, pink mophead inflorescence in non-aluminum based media and blue inflorescence in aluminum based media, and compact, rounded to spreading growth habit. The new variety is a Hydrangea, typically produced as an outdoor ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2023
    Assignee: Premier Introductions Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Dirr, Jeff Beasley, Mark Griffin
  • plant named ‘RLL-12-20’
    Patent number: PP35125
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘RLL-12-20’ is disclosed, characterized by purple-red new growth of foliage color, thick leaves, pink mophead inflorescence in non-aluminum-based media and blue inflorescence in aluminum-based media, and compact, rounded to spreading growth habit. The new variety is a Hydrangea, typically produced as an outdoor ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2023
    Assignee: Premier Introductions Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Dirr, Jeff Beasley, Mark Griffith
  • plant named ‘SC-05-20’
    Patent number: PP35127
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Hydrangea plant named ‘SC-05-20’ is disclosed, characterized by glossy dark green foliage color, remontant (reblooming) trait, flowering on old wood and new growth of the season, pink mophead inflorescence in non-aluminium-based media and blue inflorescence in aluminum-based media, and compact, rounded to spreading growth habit. The new variety is a Hydrangea, typically produced as an outdoor ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2022
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2023
    Assignee: Premier Introductions Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Dirr, Jeff Beasley, Mark Griffith
  • plant named ‘PII-LC1’
    Patent number: PP35243
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Lantana plant named ‘PII-LC1’ is disclosed, characterized by a unique golden-orange flower color. Plants are hardy to USDA Zone 7. The new variety is a Lantana, typically produced as an outdoor ornamental plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2022
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Assignee: Premier Introductions Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Dirr, Jeff Beasley, Mark Griffith
  • plant named ‘BD-01-20’
    Patent number: PP35292
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Lagerstroemia plant named ‘BD-01-20’ is disclosed, characterized by compact, upright, intermediate growth habit, reddish new growth, lustrous dark green with red foliage. Flowers are red in color, and highly resistant to Cercospora leaf spot. The new variety is a Lagerstroemia, normally used for outdoor ornamental purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2022
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2023
    Assignee: Premier Introductions Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Dirr, Jeff Beasley, Mark Griffith
  • plant named ‘ABLR-PII’
    Patent number: PP35470
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Abelia plant named ‘ABLR-PII’, characterized by its compact, mounding to spreading growth habit, with foliage color emerging red to pink, turning to a cream-white and green variegation. Semi-evergreen foliage does not photo bleach or burn in full sun like other variegated foliage cultivars. Plants maintain a spreading, layered growth habit without splaying shoots. The new variety is an Abelia, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2023
    Date of Patent: November 14, 2023
    Assignee: Premier Introductions Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Dirr, Jeff Beasley, Mark Griffith