Method Of Using A Plant Receptacle Patents (Class 47/66.7)
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Publication number: 20110083366Abstract: Packaging using Gas Permeable Non-Woven Fabric based Film extends the shelf life and vase life of fresh cut flowers by changing the atmosphere in which these living products are stored and respires. The high oxygen and carbon dioxide permeability of the Gas Permeable Non-Woven Fabric based Film establishes an ideal atmosphere for the cut flowers, and therefore extends its shelf life and vase life. The establishment of lower oxygen and carbon dioxide atmospheres inside packages using Gas Permeable Non-Woven Fabric based film, also leads to reduction in the respiration rate of the cut flowers. The reduction in the respiration rate prevents loss of moisture, production of metabolic heat, and yellowing, browning, reduction in production levels of ethylene. Thus the created atmosphere is able to extend shelf life, maintain high quality and preserve nutrients of cut flowers items by naturally regulating respiration of said flower.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 9, 2010Publication date: April 14, 2011Inventors: SHUBHAM CHANDRA, BHAVNA CHANDRA
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Patent number: 7918186Abstract: Disclosed herein are exemplary embodiments of various grass-growing devices. In one nonlimiting embodiment, for example, a device for growing grass in a container that provides water to a household pet is disclosed. The device includes a basket that is configured for insertion into the container. The basket comprises one or more apertures that allow for fluid movement through the basket. The device further includes a seed-holding unit. The seed-holding unit of this embodiment comprises a housing in which one or more grass seeds can be placed.Type: GrantFiled: April 18, 2006Date of Patent: April 5, 2011Assignee: Veterinary Ventures, Inc.Inventors: Sean Michael Rowe, John Michael Lipscomb
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Patent number: 7918051Abstract: A plant growing kit, primarily for growing climbing plants such as tomatoes, is contained in a flat box approximately the shape of a pizza box. In preferred embodiments three legs are included, broken down into sections in the box and directable into a sturdy tripod, over which a flexible vine-attachment element, such as a wire or thin tubular member or plastic coil, is assembled preferably in a tapered helical configuration. Also in the box is a basket, in flattened condition but erectable into a deep configuration and with provision for attachment to the legs, near their bottom ends, the basket being configured to contain a bag of soil, which may remain in the bag. The consumer provides drainage holes in the bag and an opening at top for the plants to grow and to climb up on the tripod and vine-attachment element. With a water-catching saucer under the bag and basket, the directed plant growing assembly can be placed in any desired location, including inside a building.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2007Date of Patent: April 5, 2011Assignee: The Bear Flag 1991 TrustInventor: Jonathan Early
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Publication number: 20110056132Abstract: A growing unit includes a tub onto which may be received a lid that receives a plurality of plant cuttings. The plant cuttings are received such that the roots extend into a cavity defined by the tub. A pump unit and production manifold distributes nutrient solution as a mist into the tub cavity, thereby feeding the plant cuttings. The tub unit has an external fan module that forces air into the tub cavity. A recess in the outer surface of the tub extends underneath the tub. The recess directs air from the fan module to the base of the tub where a well receives the pump. Air circulating around the well removes heat produced by the pump from the growing unit and helps maintain a desired temperature within the unit.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2010Publication date: March 10, 2011Inventor: Guy Gardner
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Publication number: 20110047872Abstract: A floral sleeve and method of using the floral sleeve to cover a pot. The floral sleeve has a body and an insert or extension attached thereto. The floral sleeve may have an inwardly folded bottom gusset for forming a bottom in the sleeve which is concealed by the lower sidewall of the sleeve when the sleeve is opened and the pot is disposed therein. The sleeve may have a detachable upper portion for enclosing a floral grouping disposed within the pot.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2010Publication date: March 3, 2011Inventors: Donald E. Weder, Joseph G. Stracter, Michael R. Klemme
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Publication number: 20110041402Abstract: A plant propagation transfer method comprising the steps of segregating plantlets (14) from a tissue-culture medium into a root permeable container (10) containing an aqueous gel medium (13) including inorganic nutrient and supported in a support tube (12). The segregated plantlets (14) are acclimated in light and air until the roots extend toward the bottom of the container (10), before separating the container (10) from the support tube (12) and planting out while still in the container (10). The container (10) comprising a root permeable sleeve formed from a heat sealable, non-woven cellulosic tissue material having a proportion of polyolefin fibre therein is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 11, 2008Publication date: February 24, 2011Applicant: NUPLANT PTY LTDInventor: Robert Dixon Teasdale
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Patent number: 7891134Abstract: A method of producing a horticultural display containing more than one variety of the same or different species of plant is disclosed. The plants are produced from unrooted cuttings that are rooted in a single growth cell and cultivated in a single container so that the final product includes more than one plant species or more than one plant variety or both. A plant growth cell having rooting media and more than one plant cutting from more than one plant species or plant variety or both rooted therein is also disclosed. Further, a horticultural display having more than one plant of more than one plant species or plant variety or both initially rooted together from unrooted plant cuttings in a single growth cell is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2008Date of Patent: February 22, 2011Assignee: Dümmen GmbH & Co. KGInventor: Peter Theodorus Johannes Gerardus Wismans
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Publication number: 20110035999Abstract: Articles-of-manufacturing which comprise (a) a germinateable seed having a germinating end and an apparent germination polarity; or alternatively a germinateable seed having a hole formed therein; and (b) a cage or, respectively alternatively, a member securing the germinateable seed; the cage having a structure such that when securing the germinateable seed, the cage not inhibiting or slowing a germination process of the germinateable seed; the member is secured to the hole. Seedlings which comprise the cage or member engaged therewith. Articles-of-manufacturing which comprise the seed or seedling, the cage or member and a display article attached to the cage or member. Methods of making same and of displaying the display article in context of the seedling.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2010Publication date: February 17, 2011Inventor: Eyal ITER
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Publication number: 20110036004Abstract: A method of using a floral sleeve sized to fit a flower pot, or a floral grouping, the sleeve generally having a conical shape and having a bonding material disposed thereon for connecting the sleeve to a pot disposed within the sleeve or connected via a banding element to a pot disposed within the sleeve.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 28, 2010Publication date: February 17, 2011Inventor: Donald E. Weder
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Publication number: 20110030275Abstract: A moisture responsive device is described having a moisture responsive element comprising at least a moisture responsive formation of a first material in association with a less moisture responsive formation of a second material, in that the first material has a greater tendency to absorb moisture and to increase in volume as a result than the second material, the two formations being so mechanically arranged together that such swelling tends to cause mechanical deformation of the moisture responsive element; and an actuation member optionally of flexibly resilient material in mechanical association with the moisture responsive element so that distortion of the moisture responsive element in the presence of moisture tends to mechanically distort the actuation member and thereby cause the actuation member to change between at least a first functional state and a second functional state. A method of use, especially in irrigation control, is also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2007Publication date: February 10, 2011Applicant: COMMISSARIA A L' ENERGIE ATOMIQUEInventor: Michael E. Brown
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Patent number: 7877930Abstract: Drainage systems for plant gardening in flowerpots, specifically a shaped porous rock or perhaps even an enclosed pouch having soil preservation capability and filling inside the enclosed pouch. Embodiments may include a pot hole locator which may place an enclosed pouch in a bottom of a pot prior to adding soil and planting a plant in a flowerpot. Other embodiments may include the addition of soil amendments, water retention elements, drying elements and the like. Filling may include plastic, various rocks, various stones, pebbles, synthetic materials and the like.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2009Date of Patent: February 1, 2011Assignee: Aspen West Partners, LLCInventors: Christine J. Burge, Gary D. Burge, legal representative
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Publication number: 20110016783Abstract: A flower pot in combination with a retaining medium for holding and retaining a floral grouping. The flower pot includes a base portion defining a receiving space for receiving at least a portion of the retaining medium so as to hold and retain the retaining medium. The base portion is constructed of a thermoformed plastic material, and has an upper end, a lower end, and a sidewall extending between the upper end and the lower end. The sidewall is substantially devoid of overlapping folds and has decorative ornamentation associated with at least a portion of the sidewall.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 4, 2010Publication date: January 27, 2011Inventors: Antonio V. Alcazar, Donald E. Weder
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Publication number: 20110016782Abstract: A plant growing assembly is configured to grow a plurality of plants in multiple directions above a ground surface. The assembly includes a growing container and a support structure for elevating the container above the ground surface. The container presents a generally hollow body to retain a plant-growing medium and the plurality of plants. The body extends along an axis to present opposite axial end margins and a radial peripheral wall. The wall defines a plurality of discrete plant-receiving ports extending therethrough, and disposed generally radially about the wall. A method of growing plants above ground in substantially opposite directions from one another is also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2010Publication date: January 27, 2011Inventor: Scott Harder
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Publication number: 20110010990Abstract: The present disclosure provides devices for rooting and/or dormancy for plant bulbs. The devices can include at least two components configured to form a chamber when engaged and at least one of the components can receive electronic communication and control the environment within the chamber. The devices can include at least one tray, which supports one soil vessel within the chamber. The chamber is environmentally controlled to provide rooting and/or dormancy for plant bulbs and can include at least two elements that engage and define a space substantially free of ambient light. At least one of the elements can control the environment within the space. The present method provides for bulb rooting and/or dormancy by coupling at least two components to form a chamber and providing an environment conducive to bulb rooting and/or dormancy within the chamber by maintaining a predetermined temperature within the chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2010Publication date: January 20, 2011Inventor: Darrell Harvey Richardson
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Publication number: 20110010991Abstract: Provided are a plant cultivation container, a plant cultivation method, and a method of producing a rooted cutting, in which a plant can be cultivated under a desired humidity condition, whereby a rooting rate can be enhanced and extension of a root can be promoted. In the plant cultivation container in which a plant cultivating medium (2) is provided in an inside of a container body (1) with a substantially hermetically sealed structure, a partition wall (3) that partitions the inside of the container body (1) into two upper portion and lower portion and supports the medium (2) is provided in the container body (1). The upper portion of the container body (1) defined by partitioning of the partition wall (3) constitutes a high-humidity chamber (4), and the lower portion of the container body (1) constitutes a low-humidity chamber (5). A bent hole (7) that allows the medium (2) and the low-humidity chamber (4) to communicate with each other is provided in the partition wall (3).Type: ApplicationFiled: February 20, 2009Publication date: January 20, 2011Inventors: Yuji Fujii, Akiyoshi Kawaoka
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Publication number: 20110000132Abstract: A container surrounding a pole and base stand of a freestanding floor lamp or similar device. The container includes a sidewall integrally attached to a base panel to form a ballast volume, a fixture void, and a wedge void extending into the ballast volume. The container can take on a variety of shapes and can be split into two sections comprising an upper planter section and a lower reservoir section. The upper planter section includes a ballast volume, a pole void and a wedge void and can include a plurality of drain ports with or without integrally attached circumferentially arrayed stands. The lower reservoir section includes a ballast volume, a wedge void, and a base void and can include a watering port. A wedge section can be provided to close off the wedge void and define the aperture in which a freestanding device such as a floor lamp is housed.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 2, 2010Publication date: January 6, 2011Inventor: Maria N. Kamau
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Publication number: 20100313473Abstract: A device for decorative purposes, for the vertical cultivation of plants, includes: i) a cultivation support containing a cultivation substrate, and having holes on the front face thereof for the opening out of the above-ground part of the plants, ii) a rigid frame extending in a substantially vertical plane, defining a window in the front face of the cultivation support, and iii) a water reservoir, the cultivation support being placed over the water reservoir, and including at least one hydrophilic wick extending from the cultivation substrate to the water reservoir tank. The cultivation support is hydrated by a continuous supply of water by one or more hydrophilic wicks immersed in the reservoir. It may include an internal framework to give it rigidity and to prevent settling of the substrate in the lower part of the support. A method for obtaining such a plant box is also claimed.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2008Publication date: December 16, 2010Applicant: THOMAS FLEURS SAInventors: David Cussol, Paul Milhau
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Publication number: 20100307056Abstract: A modular planting and irrigation device, system, and method for growing gardens on elevated rooftop surfaces and other surfaces and method of the same. The system has at least one body of porous material with spaces that trap air within the body as water moves therethrough. The water is contained within the body of porous material with a barrier positioned adjacent the side and bottom surfaces of the body. The pore spaces are of sufficient size to allow plant roots to grow therethrough.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 19, 2010Publication date: December 9, 2010Inventor: Joe D. Byles
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Publication number: 20100304488Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of somatic embryo production, particularly to methods for the regeneration of Jatropha through somatic embryogenesis. More specifically, the present invention relates to a method and media compositions for regeneration of plants of Jatropha curcas. The method is well suited for Jatropha curcas transformation and for producing clonal planting stock useful for large scale Jatropha curcas plantation.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 7, 2009Publication date: December 2, 2010Applicant: TEMASEK LIFE SCIENCES LABORATORY LIMITEDInventors: Lin Cai, Lianghui Ji
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Publication number: 20100293850Abstract: Systems and devices are provided for the handling and transport of plants, cuttings, tissue-cultured plantlets, and/or seeds. Said system comprising a prop-string having one or more prop-tubes affixed thereto and in alignment with the cells of a transplant liner tray. Plant, cuttings, tissue-cultured plantlets, or seeds are positioned within the prop-tubes for transport. Upon transplanting, the prop-tube with the plant, cutting, tissue-cultured plantlet, or seeds therein are positioned within transplant liner tray cells. The prop-tubes will not interfere with rooting or growth of the plant and can be biodegradable or an inert material. Said system facilitates the simultaneous transplant of multiple plants, cuttings, tissue-cultured plantlets, or seeds.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 23, 2008Publication date: November 25, 2010Inventor: Paul Robert Fisher
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Publication number: 20100293851Abstract: A method of containing a floral grouping or potted plant in a sleeve is disclosed. The sleeve has first and second panels, and at least a portion of at least one of the first and second panels is constructed of at least two layers of material. At least a portion of the at least two layers of material may be connected.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2010Publication date: November 25, 2010Inventor: Donald E. Weder
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Publication number: 20100287831Abstract: A collapsible and/or erectable shape-sustaining container having a substantially erect condition and substantially collapsed condition. The collapsible and/or erectable shape-sustaining container is provided with at least one condition modifying element to facilitate erecting and/or collapsing the container.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2010Publication date: November 18, 2010Inventor: Donald E. Weder
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Publication number: 20100281773Abstract: Flexible materials having a texture or appearance simulating the texture or appearance of cloth suitable for use in the formation of decorative flower pot covers and flower pots are disclosed. The flexible materials include polymeric materials, paper and laminates thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 20, 2010Publication date: November 11, 2010Inventor: Donald E. Weder
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Publication number: 20100275512Abstract: Disclosed is a novel plant cultivation method applicable to classification cultivation with simplified management, in which an enclosed box like container or greenhouse like space provides an enclosed cultivation space having a bottom forming a water reservoir for collecting condensed water so as to realize natural circulation of water evaporation and convection, by which cultivation control and management is realized in an almost watering free manner. Further, arranged outside the enclosed space is a carbon dioxide generation device in connection with an air compressor, which through proper treatment of drying and heating, supplies the interior cultivation space with pressurization and supplement of carbon dioxide and nutrients through piping arrangement, whereby the growth of plants can carry out completely free of pest damage or application of pesticides. Through the control of sunlight, the growth and cultivation of plants can be realized in a management simplified, secured, and stable manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2010Publication date: November 4, 2010Inventor: TE-CHIH NIEN
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Publication number: 20100269408Abstract: Flexible materials having a texture or appearance simulating the texture or appearance of cloth suitable for use in the formation of decorative flower pot covers and flower pots are disclosed. The flexible materials include polymeric materials, paper and laminates thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2010Publication date: October 28, 2010Inventor: Donald E. Weder
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Patent number: 7818918Abstract: Planting pots and a multi-compartment tray are provided, the pots and tray having a self-orienting configuration for urging the pots into proper alignment when same are placed within compartments of the tray. The pots include angled recesses disposed radially about the bottom portion of the pots. The compartments of the tray include angled protrusions disposed radially about the bottom portion of the compartment. The angled recesses of the pot engage with the angled protrusions of the compartment when the pot is placed in the compartment to urge the pot into proper alignment. A plurality of slots are included along an upper portion of each pot for allowing optional identification tags to be inserted thereinto. The identification tags, in addition to logos, artwork, or other indicia, if included, are positioned by the self-orienting configuration of the pots and tray to face in a desired direction.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2010Date of Patent: October 26, 2010Inventors: Thomas J. Smith, Henry L. Huntington
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Publication number: 20100257783Abstract: A method of covering a potted plant or a floral grouping with a floral sleeve. The sleeve has, in one embodiment, a plurality of randomly positioned overlapping folds disposed in a sidewall of the sleeve. The sleeve optionally has a detachable upper portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 24, 2010Publication date: October 14, 2010Inventors: Donald E. Weder, Joseph G. Straeter, Paul Fantz
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Publication number: 20100251611Abstract: A natural fiber lining material 10 for horticultural containers 16 which is placed below soil 14 and will not absorb or release water 30 until soil is saturated with water.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 5, 2009Publication date: October 7, 2010Applicant: Think Mint IncorporatedInventor: David Lee Henson
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Publication number: 20100242359Abstract: A hanging planter for germinating seeds to seedlings and growing the seedlings to full size plants where the planter has an opening in its bottom and a retainer plug located within the planter to prevent a layer of soil in the bottom of the planter from falling out when the planter is turned upside down. With the planter upside down, a seed is passed through the opening to the soil in the bottom of the planter and is watered thru the opening in the planter bottom as it grows right side up. While the plant is a seedling the planter is turned from its upside down position to its right side up position and hung above the ground to turn the stalk portion of the seedling from being right side up to being upside side down while the root portion remains located in the planter without having been replanted.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2010Publication date: September 30, 2010Inventor: William James Rance, JR.
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Publication number: 20100236145Abstract: A floral sleeve and method of using the floral sleeve to cover a pot. The floral sleeve has a body and an insert or extension attached thereto. The floral sleeve may have an inwardly folded bottom gusset for forming a bottom in the sleeve which is concealed by the lower sidewall of the sleeve when the sleeve is opened and the pot is disposed therein. The sleeve may have a detachable upper portion for enclosing a floral grouping disposed within the pot.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 3, 2010Publication date: September 23, 2010Inventors: Donald E. Weder, Joseph G. Straeter, Michael R. Klemme
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Publication number: 20100229503Abstract: A wrapper for wrapping a flower pot and/or floral grouping is disclosed. The wrapper is constructed of a sheet of material having an extension attached to a portion of the sheet of material. When the wrapper is formed about a flower pot to form a decorative cover, upper edges of the sheet of material and extension cooperate to form a skirt portion preferably having at least two separate edges providing a “two-sheet” effect in the decorative cover. The wrapper may have extensions on opposing ends of the sheet of material and may have one or more additional overlapping extensions.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 26, 2010Publication date: September 16, 2010Inventor: Donald E. Weder
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Publication number: 20100223845Abstract: The present invention is draft to corrosion resistant aquatic plant stands, planters, and aquatic animal stands comprising a platform assembly, for use in a shallow body of water. In a preferred embodiment, the length and/or the angle of the legs of the stands of the present invention are adjustable, particularly preferably independently adjustable to permit the platform assembly to be stably and substantially horizontally oriented in use, despite irregularities on the bottom of the body of water.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2010Publication date: September 9, 2010Inventor: Bobbie F. Felling
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Patent number: 7788849Abstract: A container includes a top having downwardly extending walls adapted to releasably attach to upwardly extending walls of a bottom of a planter, the top of the container further adapted to releasably attach to the bottom of the planter so that when the downwardly extending walls of the container are attached to the upwardly extending walls of the planter the container functions as a terrarium enclosure and when the top of the container is attached to the bottom of the planter the container functions as a pedestal to support the planter.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2008Date of Patent: September 7, 2010Inventor: Grant Cleveland
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Publication number: 20100205861Abstract: A planter having a body (1) suitable for receiving a volume of plant growth medium and the root structure of a plant (2), the planter having a lower opening (4), retainer means (6) which can removably engage the lower opening to reduce the effective size of the lower opening, and a reservoir (9) suitable for holding a body of fluid (10) such that the fluid can gradually move from the reservoir into the planter's body to water and/or nourish a plant when planted within the planter, the planter being formed such that when it is in use it can be secured in an elevated disposition with the root structure of a plant contained within the body and a stem and/or foliage of the plant passing through the lower opening (4) and through the retainer means (9) such that the plant is oriented in a downwards disposition.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2008Publication date: August 19, 2010Inventor: Patrick John Morris
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Publication number: 20100199552Abstract: A method of containing a floral grouping or potted plant in a sleeve is disclosed. The sleeve has first and second panels, and at least a portion of at least one of the first and second panels is constructed of at least two layers of material. At least a portion of the at least two layers of material may be connected.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2010Publication date: August 12, 2010Inventor: Donald E. Weder
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Publication number: 20100199554Abstract: A pot assembly for cultivating sprawling plants, such as orchids and Phalaenopsis includes an inner pot and an outer pot. It is proposed to fit an outer pot at the point in time when such plants are being placed in the inner pot. All this is carried out in such a manner that plant parts which project from the inner pot cannot extend into the space between the inner pot and outer pot, while the outer pot ensures that the plant parts do not extend outside the outer pot in an uncontrolled manner. Cultivation takes place in the pot assembly consisting of inner pot and outer pot and, at the end of the growing phase, the inner pot and outer pot are separated and the outer pot is preferably re-used. The assembly makes it possible to automate the cultivation and/or influence the development of the plant in a positive manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2008Publication date: August 12, 2010Applicant: SO GENERATION B.V.Inventor: Johannes Pieter Jan Smaal
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Patent number: 7770325Abstract: A method for planting a living fence of different lengths with a height or design which varies, from saplings of different species. The fence can be transported ready for planting in an intended location, with the transport device provided as an integral part of the growth apparatus, and with the transport device intended to protect the fence from damage during transport.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2007Date of Patent: August 10, 2010Inventor: Yoav Kadosh
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Publication number: 20100162624Abstract: A capillary hydration system and method for facilitating the growth of plants are provided. An exemplary system comprises a base having a reservoir for holding nutrient solution, and an insert portion. The insert portion comprises at least one downwardly extending plant receiving depression that is capable of holding a growth substrate. The plant receiving depression has at least one capillary opening such that when the capillary opening is in liquid communication with the nutrient solution in the reservoir, nutrient solution is wicked from the reservoir to the growth substrate by capillary action. In accordance with various exemplary embodiments, the capillary hydration system may further comprise cover, including a cover with a supply component for refilling the nutrient solution without removing the insert portion or the cover, and a nutrient supply level indicator.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2010Publication date: July 1, 2010Applicant: GROBAL, LLCInventor: Treg C. Bradley
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Publication number: 20100154302Abstract: A method of supporting vegetation in a multilayer vegetation support system on a roof, the method includes disposing a reservoir substrate on the roof. The reservoir substrate also includes a plurality of concave dimples separated by land areas. The method further includes disposing a composite on the reservoir substrate to overlay the plurality of dimples and forms a corresponding number of chambers defined by the reservoir structure and the composite, the composite having a root barrier layer and a multitude of projecting loops, the loops being interconnected at a multitude of locations spaced from the root barrier layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2010Publication date: June 24, 2010Applicant: Green Living Technologies, LLCInventor: George Irwin
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Publication number: 20100154303Abstract: Planting pots and a multi-compartment tray are provided, the pots and tray having a self-orienting configuration for urging the pots into proper alignment when same are placed within compartments of the tray. The pots include angled recesses disposed radially about the bottom portion of the pots. The compartments of the tray include angled protrusions disposed radially about the bottom portion of the compartment. The angled recesses of the pot engage with the angled protrusions of the compartment when the pot is placed in the compartment to urge the pot into proper alignment. A plurality of slots are included along an upper portion of each pot for allowing optional identification tags to be inserted thereinto. The identification tags, in addition to logos, artwork, or other indicia, if included, are positioned by the self-orienting configuration of the pots and tray to face in a desired direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 5, 2010Publication date: June 24, 2010Inventors: Thomas J. Smith, Henry L. Huntington
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Publication number: 20100154301Abstract: Provided is a vegetation box which enables oxygen to be smoothly supplied for roots of plants so that the plants to grow well even through the side portions of the vegetation box, and a gardening method using a number of vegetation boxes which are arranged to achieve a landscape architecture in a desired form. The vegetation box includes a lowermost module having a baseplate, at least one intermediate module, and an uppermost module. The lowermost module, the at least one intermediate module and the uppermost module are assembled with one another to be maintained at certain intervals to thereby form an inner space containing culture soil, and inclined surfaces are formed toward the lower portion of the inner space along circumferential edges of portions.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2007Publication date: June 24, 2010Inventor: Woong Ho Song
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Publication number: 20100151557Abstract: A method and device for establishing at least one plant in a first growing medium, comprising locating at least one device adjacent a first growing medium such that at least a portion of the or each said device is in contact with said first growing medium, the or each said device having a second growing medium contained within at least one substantially sealed bag, the or each bag having at least one first aperture and at least one second aperture therein, at least one of each of the first and second apertures being on substantially opposing sides of said bag.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2008Publication date: June 17, 2010Inventors: Paul Griffin, Brian V. Longhurst
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Publication number: 20100139162Abstract: An apparatus and method are disclosed for forming a decorative covering about a flower pot or a floral grouping, wherein the decorative covering has a graphic image that is prominently displayed on a selected portion of the decorative covering. The graphic image may be a masterpiece of art produced by one of the Great Masters of the Renaissance, at least a portion of a musical score, or combinations thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 18, 2010Publication date: June 10, 2010Inventor: Donald E. Weder
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Publication number: 20100139161Abstract: A plant container includes a container body having a conduit extending between an inlet connection and an outlet connection. A float valve assembly is in communication with the conduit within the container body for automatically controlling fluid entry into the container body from the conduit. A soil retention element is arranged in the container body above the float valve assembly. A method of using the self-watering plant container includes adding soil to an interior volume of the container body above the soil retention element, planting at least one seed in the soil, and connecting a water supply to an inlet connection of the conduit.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 30, 2009Publication date: June 10, 2010Inventor: Randy L. Porter
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Publication number: 20100115838Abstract: A method provides the steps of: bending a first length of hot rolled steel bar to define a trunk member of a tree frame; bending and welding second cut lengths of hot rolled steel bar onto a bottom end of the trunk member to define feet members; placing a planting pot on top of the feet members with the trunk member extending up through and above the pot; bending and welding third cut lengths of hot rolled steel bar to the trunk member at spaced intervals above the pot to define branch arms; planting flowering vine plants in the pot and braiding the vines up the trunk member and out onto the branch arms; trimming the vines on the trunk member to remove foliage; and allowing foliage of the flowering vine plants to grow on the branch arms to create the appearance of a giant Bonzai tree.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2010Publication date: May 13, 2010Inventor: Wesley B. Jolley
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Publication number: 20100107562Abstract: Sheets of material having a first printed pattern or color disposed on or visible through an upper surface thereof and a second printed pattern or color disposed on or visible through a lower surface thereof are disclosed, as well as methods for producing same. Such sheets of material may be employed to provide a decorative cover for a floral grouping or a decorative cover for a flower pot; or to form a preformed flower pot cover for covering a flower pot; or to provide a sleeve for wrapping or covering a floral grouping or a flower pot; or to provide a ribbon material. The sheets of material of the present invention may be constructed of a single layer of material or multiple layers of material.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 7, 2010Publication date: May 6, 2010Inventor: Donald E. Weder
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Publication number: 20100101144Abstract: Planter apparatus for supporting live goods has an upwardly open container with a sidewall, a wire planter cage frame supported on the sidewall, and clips releasably securing the planter cage frame to the container. The planter cage frame has downwardly extending legs with distal ends that are received on an inner peripheral ledge of the container. The distal ends may engage the container without clips, or may rest on the rim of the container. The clips are deformable C-shaped clips with end hooks that engage the container rim and a transverse rib of the planter cage frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 28, 2007Publication date: April 29, 2010Inventor: Jennifer A. Kurtz
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Publication number: 20100083572Abstract: A method of containing a floral grouping or potted plant in a sleeve is disclosed. The sleeve has first and second panels, and at least a portion of at least one of the first and second panels is constructed of at least two layers of material. At least a portion of the at least two layers of material may be connected.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 24, 2009Publication date: April 8, 2010Inventor: Donald E. Weder
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Publication number: 20100083571Abstract: A panel assembly includes a plurality of open faced cells fluidly interconnected for retaining a growing medium and live vegetation in a vertical orientation of the panel assembly. The fluid interconnection of the cells provides for gravitationally induced water transfer from the growing medium of a first cell to the growing medium of a second cell, as well as root growth between the cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2008Publication date: April 8, 2010Applicant: GREEN LIVING TECHNOLOGIES, LLCInventor: George Irwin
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Publication number: 20100064583Abstract: This invention relates generally to a synthetic medium for soilless propagation and growth of plants. More specifically, the synthetic medium components are formed in particular shapes and sizes of a polymer foam to optimize the several stages of plant propagation and growth. A method for utilizing these foam components is also disclosed for use in a standard glass house environment. Each step is optimized for a particular type of plant and its individual growth stage. The soilless medium preferred in this invention also allows for a dramatic reduction in scrap material disposal costs and problems as the preferred foam material reverts to powder form when compressed at up to an 80% volume reduction versus the foam state. These powders can be land-filled, recycled as soil additives or incinerated without environmental impact.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 17, 2008Publication date: March 18, 2010Applicant: Syndicate Sales, Inc.Inventors: Thomas A. Dundas, Troy L. Burnette