Patents Assigned to Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
  • Patent number: PP5397
    Abstract: A rose plant of the hybrid miniature class, having a unique petal coloration of soft cream edged with a delicate purple cultivated primarily for garden decoration.This invention relates to a hybrid miniature roseplant cv. Aroprawn. The plant is a dwarf bush outdoor seedling cultivated primarily for garden decoration.The seed parent was "Foxy Lady" (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,762) and the pollen parent was "Deep Purple" (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,672). The plant was hybridized by Jack E. Christensen in Ontario, Calif., by crossing "Foxy Lady" and "Deep Purple." The descriptive and comparative references to this plant and its bloom hereinafter will relate to plants of the same class grown in this region. This variety preserves its distinguishing characteristics through succeeding propagations, by cuttings and budding.This new variety is most readily distinguished from its seed parent, Foxy Lady (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,762), by the combination of the following characteristics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1983
    Date of Patent: January 29, 1985
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5398
    Abstract: A new variety of rose plant of the Hybrid Tea class, being a half-hardy, outdoor, tall bush seedling, particularly adapted for garden decoration and which produces large pointed buds and large, slow-opening, long-lasting blooms on long, strong cutting stems. In contrast to other yellow roses, its clear yellow coloration lasts well throughout the life of the bloom.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1983
    Date of Patent: January 29, 1985
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventors: Jack E. Christensen, Herbert C. Swim
  • Patent number: PP5399
    Abstract: A new variety of rose plant of the hybrid Floribunda class, being a hardy, tall outdoor seedling of the bush type, grown mainly for garden decoration and which displays a unique multicoloration which is basically yellow, blushing to orange and finishing red. The flowers are produced in abundance, nearly continuously and are well distributed over the tall bush.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 1983
    Date of Patent: January 29, 1985
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventors: Jack E. Christensen, Herbert C. Swim
  • Patent number: PP5418
    Abstract: A new variety of pomegranate bearing edible fruits with seed pulp that is very sweet even when fruits are small and green; the fruits maturing in two to three or more ripening periods from mid-August through mid-November.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 1983
    Date of Patent: March 19, 1985
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Sasszin J. Chater
  • Patent number: PP5466
    Abstract: A new hybrid yellow tea rose for cut flowers and garden decoration having as its seed parent an undisseminated seedling of Camelot .times. First Prize, and, as its pollen parent "Yankee Doodle". The new cultivar produces well formed yellow flowers in abundant quantities and in contrast to other yellow roses it has a very vigorous growth, is an easy to grow plant and has well above average disease resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 1983
    Date of Patent: May 14, 1985
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5467
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Rose; namely, a sport of the Rose "Century Two" characterized in that it produces flowers of significantly pink lighter coloration than "Century Two".
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 1983
    Date of Patent: May 14, 1985
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventors: John R. Feigel, Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5519
    Abstract: A new hybrid red tea rose for cut flowers and garden decoration, having as its seed parent Red Planet and as its pollen parent Pharoah, Plant Pat. No. 2825. The new cultivar produces nearly continual, abundant, brilliant and lasting long-stemmed red flowers with a heavy petal substance lending to their longer-than-average longevity, both in the garden and in the vase. The cultivar exhibits consistent vigor and bloom performance under a wide range of climatic conditions and has above-average disease resistance under Ontario, California, growing conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 1983
    Date of Patent: July 23, 1985
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Samuel McGredy, IV
  • Patent number: PP5556
    Abstract: A new hybrid tea rose for cut flowers and garden decoration, having as its seed parent Angel Face (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,792) and as its pollen parent Double Delight (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 3,847). The new cultivar produces an abundance of well-formed flowers having unusual blended colorations of lavender pink, and having an extremely strong, pleasing fragrance. It is a medium-height, bushy plant that is attractive in the garden.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 1983
    Date of Patent: September 10, 1985
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5558
    Abstract: A new hybrid tea rose for cut flowers and garden decoration, having as its seed parent Zorina (U.S. Plant. Pat. No. 2,321) and as its pollen parent Yankee Doodle (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 3,957). The new cultivar produces an abundance of orange blended flowers, has very vigorous growth, is easy to grow, and has well-above-average disease resistance. Its nearly continual production of long-lasting flowers borne on cutting-length stems lend it well to providing bouquets for the home, and its bushy habit and abundant foliage make it an attractive plant in the garden.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 1983
    Date of Patent: September 17, 1985
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5672
    Abstract: A dwarf bush rose of the hybrid miniature moss rose class. The plant produces an abundance of brightly colored red flowers displayed well above the foliage, and drops the flower petals cleanly before they fade with age. The buds are long, pointed, and well-formed, unusual among moss roses. The moderately "mossed" sepals provide a sweet muscosa rose fragrance in the bud stage. The plant has a low, rounded, compact habit with an abundance of glossy, deep green foliage which attractively clothes the entire plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 1984
    Date of Patent: February 25, 1986
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5673
    Abstract: A new hybrid tea rose of the tall bush type, especially suited for greenhouse cut flower production. The new cultivar blooms nearly continuously throughout the year, producing an abundance of orange-red flowers, with petals reflexed outward at maturity, on long stems. Buds are characteristically long and pointed. The plant produces abundant, deep green foliage and displays above-average disease resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 1984
    Date of Patent: February 25, 1986
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Georges A. Delbard
  • Patent number: PP5693
    Abstract: A new hybrid tea rose for cut flower production and garden decoration, having as its seed parent an undisseminated seedling from the cross [Angel Face (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,792) .times. First Prize (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,774)] and as its pollen parent Lady X (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,691). The new cultivar produces an abundance of well-formed flowers having a blended lavender coloration, borne on strong stems of cutting length. The petals are of heavy substance and hold up well in varying climates. The new variety is an attractive, upright plant of medium height with vigorously growing, deep green foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 1984
    Date of Patent: March 18, 1986
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5702
    Abstract: An upright to spreading rose plant of the hybrid miniature class, having a more-than-average resistance to mildew and rust, and producing an abundance of large, well-formed buds and flowers of a bicolor orange coloration, the darker color being carried on the outside surface of the petals, rather than on the inside surface as is usual among bicolor roses. Bloom production is nearly continuous throughout the growing season. The plant bears attractive, semi-glossy foliage which is relatively large for the class and bears very few prickles on its canes and stems.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 1984
    Date of Patent: April 1, 1986
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5703
    Abstract: A new, hardy hybrid miniature rose especially suited for garden decoration. The new cultivar bears large, multicolored flowers held well above the foliage in regular, rounded clusters. Flower petals are dropped cleanly before they can age to an unattractive off-color. The new variety is easy to grow, producing an abundance of large, vigorously growing deep-green foliage which covers the plant attractively.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 1984
    Date of Patent: April 1, 1986
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5704
    Abstract: A new hybrid tea rose for garden decoration, having as its seed parent Angel Face (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,792) and as its pollen parent First Prize (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,774). The new cultivar produces an unusual flower color combination of tan centers surrounded by bright pink outer petals. It grows vigorously, displaying an abundance of deep green, semi-glossy foliage. Removal of old blooms to maintain a continual production of flowers during the growing season is not required as the plant is unable to set hips.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 1984
    Date of Patent: April 1, 1986
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventors: Herbert C. Swim, Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5705
    Abstract: A new hybrid tea rose of the tall bush type, cultivated for garden decoration. The new cultivar bears unusually colored yellow-green flowers with light touches of soft pink. Its blossoms are extremely long-lived in the garden, often lasting over seven days. The yellow-green flower coloration intensifies as the blossoms age on the bush. Flowers are produced on long, cutting-length stems. The plant bears an abundance of dark green, semi-glossy leathery foliage and displays an above-average resistance to mildew, rust and blackspot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 1984
    Date of Patent: April 1, 1986
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP5998
    Abstract: A new hybrid shrub rose for garden decoration, having as its seed parent the hybrid floribunda rose Zorina (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,321) and as its pollen parent an undisseminated, open-pollinated seedling of Gartendirektor Otto Linne. The new cultivar produces extremely abundant quantities of unusually shaped, small, coral pink flowers that are borne in very large pyramidal clusters and are produced almost continuously throughout the growing season. Foliage is narrow and elongated, with highly serrated edges. The plant's growth habit is semi-pendulous, yielding a large, well-filled and rounded bush with flowers and foliage extending to the ground. It is a low-maintenance plant, displaying female sterility and well-above-average disease resistance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1985
    Date of Patent: September 1, 1987
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP6000
    Abstract: A new hybrid tea rose for garden decoration, having as its seed parent an undisseminated seedling of the cross Ivory Tower (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,658).times.Angel Face (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,792) and as its pollen parent Blue Nile (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,671). The new cultivar produces large flowers of a pleasing, uniform medium-lavender coloration and with a heavy, sweet citrus-blossom fragrance. The plant is of medium height with abundant, relatively large foliage, and it displays an above-average vigor and abundance of bloom compared to other cultivars of similar coloration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 9, 1985
    Date of Patent: September 1, 1987
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP6121
    Abstract: A new hybrid tea rose for garden decoration, having as its seed parent an undisseminated seedling of the cross [Camelot (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,371).times. First Prize (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,774)] .times.Typhoo Tea (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 3,845), and as its pollen parent, Lolita. The plant is a tall, very hardy outdoor seedling of the bush type, producing an abundance of large, sweetly scented blossoms that open yellow and peachy-orange, then develop a scarlet blush. The flowers' long, strong stems and urn-shaped buds make them very suitable for cutting. The plant's nearly continual bloom, unusually heavy, leathery and very glossy foliage, and well-branched habit make it an attractive garden plant, and its above-average vigor and superb disease resistance make it a low-maintenance plant, ideal for landscaping.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 1985
    Date of Patent: March 8, 1988
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen
  • Patent number: PP6151
    Abstract: A new hybrid tea rose for garden decoration, having as its seed parent an undisseminated seedling from the cross [Camelot (Plant Pat. No. 2371).times. First Prize (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,774)] and as its pollen parent Gingersnap (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,330). The new cultivar produces extremely abundant, large, well-formed flowers having an unusual chatoyant coloration of coral orange blushing to deep red. The plant is able to withstand hot climates without a drastic decrease in bloom production or flower size. The new variety is an attractive, round, bushy plant of medium height with vigorously growing, dark green foliage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 1985
    Date of Patent: April 19, 1988
    Assignee: Armstrong Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventor: Jack E. Christensen