Patents by Inventor Dan M. Heims

Dan M. Heims has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • xHeucherella plant named ‘Viking Ship’
    Patent number: PP12029
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of xHeucherella characterized by distinctive spring foliage and unusual flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2001
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Pulmonaria plant named ‘Silver Streamers’
    Patent number: PP12135
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Pulmonaria, characterized by its unique foliage with an intensely ruffled margin and a highly silvered upper leaf surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2001
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Pulmonaria plant named ‘Raspberry Splash’
    Patent number: PP12138
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Pulmonaria characterized by large bright raspberry-colored flowers with upright, well marked foliage and an extended bloom period.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2001
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Heuchera Chocolate Ruffles
    Patent number: PP8965
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Heuchera characterized by unique, ruffled leaves of chocolate coloration showing the burgundy underside through the ruffles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 1, 1994
    Assignee: Terra-Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Heuchera `Pewter Veil`
    Patent number: PP8984
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Heuchera having a unique metallic finish and coloration on evergreen foliage in U.S.D.A. zone 7 and above, and leaves that turn to a pewter sheen in summer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 22, 1994
    Assignee: Terra-Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Pulmonaria plant named `Berries and Cream`
    Patent number: PP10597
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Pulmonaria having uniquely ruffled leaf margins and raspberry-pink flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 1997
    Date of Patent: September 8, 1998
    Assignee: Terra-Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Tiarella plant named `Cygnet`
    Patent number: PP11051
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Tiarella plant characterized by unique, heavily lobed leaves of marked coloration and heavy flowering.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 1998
    Date of Patent: September 7, 1999
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Tiarella plant named `Ninja`
    Patent number: PP11168
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Tiarella characterized by unique, cut leaves of marked coloration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 1997
    Date of Patent: December 28, 1999
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Pulmonaria plant named `Victorian Brooch`
    Patent number: PP11234
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Pulmonaria characterized by very large flowers on a compact scape; distinctive flower color and arrangement; and extended bloom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 1998
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Heuchera plant named `Champagne Bubbles`
    Patent number: PP11259
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Heuchera characterized by lightly ruffled foliage, low habit, evergreen nature and several progressive bloomings of many small flowers that change color as they age from rose to white.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Omphalodes cappadocica plant named `Lilac Mist`
    Patent number: PP11317
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Omphalodes characterized by unique flower color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 28, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Myosotis sylvatica plant named `Gold 'n Sapphires`
    Patent number: PP11318
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Myosotis characterized by unusual golden foliage and compact habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 1998
    Date of Patent: March 28, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Tiarella plant named `Spanish Cross`
    Patent number: PP11345
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid Tiarella plant characterized by highly colored leaves that are deeply cut, and a heavy blooming habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Omphalodes cappadocica plant named `Parisian Skies`
    Patent number: PP11364
    Abstract: A new and distinct form of Omphalodes plant characterized by unique flower color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Heuchera plant named `Fireworks`
    Patent number: PP11376
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Heuchera plant characterized by unusual coral-colored flowers, produced abundantly over a long bloom period above old-bronze-colored foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Heuchera plant named `Cherries Jubilee`
    Patent number: PP11377
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Heuchera plant characterized by cherry-red flowers and chocolate-toned foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Tiarella plant named `Mint Chocolate`
    Patent number: PP11379
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid Tiarella plant characterized by deeply lobed, highly colored foliage and tawny-pink flowers in profusion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Heuchera plant named `Ebony & Ivory`
    Patent number: PP11380
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Heuchera plant characterized by dark ruffled foliage and white flowers in profuse panicles to 50 cm (20 in) in height.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 16, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Heuchera plant named `Magic Wand`
    Patent number: PP11390
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of Heuchera plant characterized by unique flower panicles, attractive leaf coloration, and large flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 1998
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims
  • Silene dioica plant named `Jade Valley`
    Patent number: PP11459
    Abstract: A new and distinct Silene dioica plant characterized by unusual jade-green centers on cream-color leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 1998
    Date of Patent: July 25, 2000
    Assignee: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Dan M. Heims