Shrub Or Vine Patents (Class PLT/226)
  • Publication number: 20180376643
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Thunbergia plant named ‘DL1501’, characterized by its upright and vining plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and bushy plant form; freely flowering habit; large yellow orange and greyed orange bi-colored flowers; and good garden performance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2017
    Publication date: December 27, 2018
    Inventor: DENIS LEVAC
  • Publication number: 20180359893
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of ligustrum plant having a small leaf size and dwarf growth habit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2018
    Publication date: December 13, 2018
    Inventor: Takanori Ukai
  • Publication number: 20180352696
    Abstract: A new and distinct Weigela cultivar named ‘MONRIGNEY’ is disclosed, characterized by deep yellow foliage and deep red-purple flowers and buds. The new variety tolerates low temperatures to USDA Zone 3 and resists foliage scorch. The new variety is a Weigela, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 2, 2017
    Publication date: December 6, 2018
    Inventor: Ken Rigney
  • Publication number: 20180332752
    Abstract: A new and distinct Spiraea cultivar named ‘SMSJMLA’ is disclosed, characterized by a uniquely dwarf, dense plant habit, dark foliage and dark ink flowers. Plants have a strong flowering habit. The new variety is a Spiraea, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2017
    Publication date: November 15, 2018
    Inventor: Timothy Wood
  • Publication number: 20180332751
    Abstract: A new and distinct Spiraea cultivar named ‘SMSJMLG’ is disclosed, characterized by a uniquely dwarf, dense plant habit, light green foliage and medium pink flowers. Plants have a strong flowering habit. The new variety is a Spiraea, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2017
    Publication date: November 15, 2018
    Inventor: Timothy Wood
  • Publication number: 20180317356
    Abstract: A new and distinct Viburnum cultivar named ‘COMPACT01’ is disclosed, characterized by a small foliage, typically around ? the size of the typical Viburnum odoratissimum. Plants are distinctively short and compact, having an internode length on average about ½ the size of typical Viburnum odoratissimum. Growth is controlled and compact, reducing maintenance within the landscape. The new variety is a Viburnum odoratissimum, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2017
    Publication date: November 1, 2018
    Inventor: Paul Klinger, JR.
  • Publication number: 20180279528
    Abstract: A new and distinct Elaeagnus cultivar named ‘Abrela’ is disclosed, characterized by a distinctive yellow foliage with a thin green margin and new growth with pink stems. Plants are compact growing and suitable for hedging. The new cultivar is a Elaeagnus, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 24, 2017
    Publication date: September 27, 2018
    Inventor: Albert Breneliere
  • Publication number: 20180242489
    Abstract: A new cherry laurel plant particularly distinguished by being winter hardy, having healthy growth, and a compact and bushy habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2017
    Publication date: August 23, 2018
    Inventor: Cornelis Henricus Maria de Jong
  • Publication number: 20180242488
    Abstract: A new cherry laurel plant particularly distinguished by being winter hardy, having healthy growth, and a compact and bushy habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2017
    Publication date: August 23, 2018
    Inventor: Cornelis Henricus Maria de Jong
  • Publication number: 20180235126
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Cestrum plant named ‘Gold Night’, characterized by its medium yellow-colored flowers, dark green-colored foliage, and moderately vigorous, upright and outwardly spreading growth habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2017
    Publication date: August 16, 2018
    Inventor: Scott C. Trees
  • Publication number: 20180213698
    Abstract: A new and distinct Syzygium cultivar named ‘SAN01’ which is characterized by the combination of a fastigiate growth habit, dense foliage, excellent resistance to psyllid, and the stability of these characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 25, 2018
    Publication date: July 26, 2018
    Inventor: Todd Anthony Layt
  • Publication number: 20180184558
    Abstract: A new and distinctive Rhaphiolepis indica plant, characterized by its attractive colored newly emerged immature leaf color corresponding to grayed orange (RHS 177B-C), combined with a well branched, bushy plant growth habit and white flowers produced late winter to spring. The new plant is a Rhaphiolepis, normally useful as a landscape plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2016
    Publication date: June 28, 2018
    Inventor: John Robb
  • Publication number: 20180184557
    Abstract: A new and distinct Acmena cultivar named ‘VICLOW’ is disclosed, characterized by short, compact bushy plants. Plants have attractive new growth and foliage colored near greyed-orange. The new variety is a Acmena normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2016
    Publication date: June 28, 2018
    Inventor: Vic Ciccolella
  • Patent number: PP29371
    Abstract: A new and distinct Abelia cultivar named ‘LG01’ which is characterized by the combination of a compact, freely-branching growth habit with a generally mounded to semi-upright shape, dense foliage, bright yellow juvenile foliage, yellow-green mature foliage, and the stability of these characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 17, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Inventor: Graham Brown
  • Patent number: PP29372
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Grevillea plant named ‘Spirit of ANZAC’, characterized by its medium red-colored inflorescences, medium green-colored foliage, and moderately vigorous, semi-upright growth habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Assignee: Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority
    Inventor: Digby Growns
  • Patent number: PP29405
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Spiraea named ‘Walplum’ that is characterized by compact upright habit, deep red-purple new leaf tip growth which becomes olive green as growth continues. The buds of ‘Walplum’ are red-purple in color and develop into clusters of bright cerise colored flowers in late spring and early summer. ‘Walplum’ is hardy to USDA Zone 3.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2018
    Assignee: Walberton Plants LTD
    Inventor: David R. Tristram
  • Patent number: PP29474
    Abstract: A new and distinct Grevillea laurifolia cultivar named ‘TWD02’ which is characterized by a very prostrate growth habit with a vigorous growth rate, dark green mature foliage and bronze colored juvenile foliage with red immature branches, dense foliage, racemose inflorescence with approximately 40 dark red-purple florets with prominent bright red-purple exserted styles, and the stability of these characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2018
    Inventor: Michael Wood
  • Patent number: PP29475
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Cephalanthus plant named, ‘Bailoptics’, that is characterized by its compact growth habit reaching 1.5 to 1.8 m in height and width, and its new stem growth that is reddish brown in color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2018
    Assignee: BAILEY NURSERIES, INC.
    Inventor: Jon Burns
  • Patent number: PP29553
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Viburnum plant named ‘SMNVPTFD’ is disclosed, characterized by a distinctive low growing, prostrate plant habit. Plants produce large, showy white flowers. The new variety is a Viburnum normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2018
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy Wood
  • Patent number: PP29573
    Abstract: A new and distinct Viburnum plant named ‘SMNVDMDO’ is disclosed, characterized by abundant distinctively orange fruits. Plants have strong, vigorous growth and flower abundantly in containers, producing full plants with good flower coverage. The new variety is a Viburnum normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2018
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy Wood
  • Patent number: PP29574
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Buxus, ‘Prostrate 3’, that is characterized by its low, spreading plant habit (much wider than its height), its plant size of 60 cm in width and 25 cm in height (lightly sheared) as a 7 year-old plant, and its cold hardiness at least to U.S.D.A Zone 5A.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2018
    Assignee: JN PLANT SELECTIONS, LLC
    Inventor: Michael D. Yanny
  • Patent number: PP29575
    Abstract: This invention relates to a compact, purple-leaf sand cherry plant that is easy to product, exhibits reliable landscape performance and colorful ornamental traits as shown herein and described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2018
    Assignee: University of Connecticut, Office of the Vice President for Research
    Inventor: Mark Brand
  • Patent number: PP29607
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Cestrum plant named ‘Gold Night’, characterized by its medium yellow-colored flowers, dark green-colored foliage, and moderately vigorous, upright and outwardly spreading growth habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 16, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2018
    Assignee: The Conard-Pyle Company
    Inventor: Scott C. Trees
  • Patent number: PP29608
    Abstract: A new variety of Passiflora named ‘Snow Queen’ that is characterized by large entirely white flowers consisting of white petals, white sepals and white corona filaments. The petals and sepals of ‘Snow Queen’ are thick and waxy. ‘Snow Queen’ is highly floriferous, hardy in USDA zone 8b, vigorous and bears strong dark green leathery foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2018
    Inventor: Myles S. Irvine
  • Patent number: PP29636
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Leucadendron plant named ‘Hawaii Magic’ that is distinguished by compact bushy plant habit, foliage color which changes from olive green in summer months to orange-red in the fall and becoming plum colored in spring. The branch stems of ‘Hawaii Magic’ are bright red in color. ‘Hawaii Magic’ bears only male flowers which are yellow in color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2018
    Assignee: University of Hawaii
    Inventor: John J. Cho
  • Patent number: PP29679
    Abstract: A new and distinct Acmena cultivar named ‘VICLOW’ is disclosed, characterized by short, compact bushy plants. Plants have attractive new growth and foliage colored near greyed-orange. The new variety is a Acmena normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2018
    Inventor: Vic Ciccolella
  • Patent number: PP29718
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Thunbergia plant named ‘VOLTHU 7897’, characterized by its upright and vining plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and bushy plant form; freely flowering habit; large red purple to light purple-colored flowers; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2018
    Inventor: Hubertus Volmary
  • Patent number: PP29719
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Thunbergia plant named ‘VOLTHU 7828’, characterized by its upright and vining plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and bushy plant form; freely flowering habit; large red orange and red bi-colored flowers; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2018
    Inventor: Hubertus Volmary
  • Patent number: PP29732
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Thunbergia plant named ‘VOLTHU 7887’, characterized by its upright and vining plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and bushy plant form; freely flowering habit; large white-colored flowers; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2018
    Inventor: Hubertus Volmary
  • Patent number: PP29733
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Thunbergia plant named ‘VOLTHU 7898’, characterized by its upright and vining plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and bushy plant form; freely flowering habit; large light red purple-colored flowers; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2018
    Inventor: Hubertus Volmary
  • Patent number: PP29750
    Abstract: A new and distinct Clusia rosea cultivar named ‘LICLUS02’ which is characterized by a broad and upright growth habit, obovate plant form, moderately free branching, large medium green leaves that are very narrowly margined yellow-green, and the stability of these characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 16, 2018
    Assignee: Handelsonderneming Licro
    Inventor: Johan Albert Kamerman
  • Patent number: PP29779
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Dystilium hybrid plant named, ‘PIIDIST-VI’, that is characterized by its compact, freely branched, mounded, and evergreen plant habit, its small, ovate-lanceolate shaped leaves that are green with a hint of red-purple in color when young and dark green in color when mature, and its good cold hardiness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2018
    Assignee: BAILEY NURSERIES INC.
    Inventors: Michael A. Dirr, Rhonda Helvick, Oren McBee, Mark Griffith, Jeff Beasley
  • Patent number: PP29796
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Tibouchina plant named ‘Blaze of Glory’ that is characterized by green leaves with cream colored margins, a compact habit and purple flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 6, 2018
    Inventor: David Beaumont
  • Patent number: PP29826
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Coprosma plant named ‘NGCOP6’ that is characterized by a compact habit, glossy leaves, young upper side leaves that are yellow-green in color with lighter yellow-green centers and red-orange margins and mature upper side leaves that are grey-purple in color with blotches of green.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2018
    Inventor: Stephen Burton
  • Patent number: PP29827
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Coprosma plant named ‘NGCOP8’ that is characterized by a compact habit, glossy leaves, young upper side leaves that are red in color with speckles of yellow-green, mature upper side leaves that are grey-green in color and resistance to leaf scorch.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2018
    Inventor: Stephen Burton
  • Patent number: PP29887
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Coprosma plant named ‘NGCOP7’ that is characterized by a compact habit, glossy leaves and upper side leaves that are green in color with tinges of grey-purple towards the margins and grey-red margins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2018
    Inventor: Stephen Burton
  • Patent number: PP29888
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Viburnum plant named ‘SMNVODR’ is disclosed, characterized by strong rusty red/orange new growth and bright yellow-green mature foliage. Plants are compact with strong basal branching with foliage resistant to leaf burn in the full sun. The new variety is a Viburnum plant normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2018
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy Wood
  • Patent number: PP29889
    Abstract: A new cherry laurel plant particularly distinguished by being winter hardy, having healthy growth, and a compact and bushy habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2018
    Inventor: Cornelis Henricus Maria de Jong
  • Patent number: PP29890
    Abstract: A new cherry laurel plant particularly distinguished by being winter hardy, having healthy growth, and a compact and bushy habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2018
    Inventor: Cornelis Henricus Maria de Jong
  • Patent number: PP29891
    Abstract: A new cherry laurel plant particularly distinguished by being winter hardy, having healthy growth, and a compact and bushy habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2018
    Inventor: Cornelis Henricus Maria de Jong
  • Patent number: PP29892
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Physocarpus plant named ‘Minall2’, characterized by its bright red-colored immature foliage, dark purple-colored mature foliage, and moderately vigorous, compact-upright growth habit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 1, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 27, 2018
    Assignee: Hortival Diffusion SAS
    Inventor: Patrick Pineau
  • Patent number: PP29937
    Abstract: A new and distinct Viburnum cultivar named ‘COMPACT01’ is disclosed, characterized by a small foliage, typically around ? the size of the typical Viburnum odoratissimum. Plants are distinctively short and compact, having an internode length on average about ½ the size of typical Viburnum odoratissimum. Growth is controlled and compact, reducing maintenance within the landscape. The new variety is a Viburnum odoratissimum, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2018
    Assignee: Plant Development Services Inc.
    Inventor: Paul Klinger, Jr.
  • Patent number: PP29938
    Abstract: ‘NCIH2’ is a new cultivar of hybrid Illicium with remontant flowering, a compact habit, and large, white flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2018
    Assignee: North Carolina State University
    Inventor: Thomas G. Ranney
  • Patent number: PP29939
    Abstract: ‘NCIH1’ is a new cultivar of hybrid Illicium with remontant flowering, a compact habit, and large, red flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2018
    Assignee: North Carolina State University
    Inventor: Thomas G. Ranney
  • Patent number: PP29969
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Carpinus plant named ‘JN Select A’ that is characterized by its foliage that consistently turns deep orange-red in color in the fall in Southern Wisconsin, its vigorous growth rate, and its good cold hardiness in Southern Wisconsin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2018
    Assignee: JN PLANT SELECTIONS, LLC
    Inventor: Michael D. Yanny
  • Patent number: PP29990
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Weigela plant named ‘SMNWFRP’, characterized by its upright and rounded plant habit; freely branching habit; dense and bushy appearance; relatively dark green-colored leaves; freely and remontant flowering habit; light red purple-colored flowers; and good garden performance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2018
    Assignee: Spring Meadow Nursery Inc.
    Inventor: Timothy D. Wood
  • Patent number: PP29991
    Abstract: A new and distinct Weigela cultivar named ‘MONRIGNEY’ is disclosed, characterized by deep yellow foliage and deep red-purple flowers and buds. The new variety tolerates low temperatures to USDA Zone 3 and resists foliage scorch. The new variety is a Weigela, normally produced as an outdoor garden or container plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 2, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 18, 2018
    Inventor: Ken Rigney
  • Patent number: PP30018
    Abstract: A new and distinct Elaeagnus cultivar named ‘Abrela’ is disclosed, characterized by a distinctive yellow foliage with a thin green margin and new growth with pink stems. Plants are compact growing and suitable for hedging. The new cultivar is a Elaeagnus, suitable for ornamental garden purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2018
    Inventor: Albert Breneliere
  • Patent number: PP30042
    Abstract: A new and distinct Pandorea cultivar named ‘PJ01’ which is characterized by the combination of a compact and freely-branching growth habit, dense foliage, nearly pure white flowers, and the stability of these characteristics from generation to generation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2019
    Inventor: Todd Anthony Layt
  • Patent number: PP30065
    Abstract: A new cultivar of Weigela florida, ‘ZR1’, characterized by its very compact plant habit, its foliage that is dark purple-black in color, its floriferous and remontant blooming habit, and its flowers that are red-purple in color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2017
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2019
    Inventor: Gijsbertus Verhoef