Abstract: A stackable pallet system comprises a plurality of pallets used for holding and transporting various items, including potted plants such as potted trees, flowers, bushes, etc. When the pallets are to be stacked, two pairs of spacer pipes can be used on a first pallet extending upwardly therefrom. Two elongated saddles are then coupled, one to each pair of spacer pipes, such that the saddles extend between and unite the upper ends of the pairs of spacer pipes. The saddles comprise an upwardly facing, shallow channel which is sized to be slightly larger than at least a portion of the fork pockets contained on the pallet. A second pallet can be lowered down onto a first pallet with the fork pockets, or at least a portion of the fork pockets, being received in the saddle channels. Various containment rings can be coupled to the pipes, in place of or in addition to the saddles, to allow longer trees to be carried on the pallets or to allow double stacking of potted plants on a single pallet.

Abstract: A dump wagon for transporting potted plants from one location to another and for unloading the potted plants. The dump wagon includes a wagon bed that tilts between a horizontal transport position and a tilted or inclined unloading position. A pusher at one end of the wagon bed is movable towards the other end of the wagon bed to push potted plants off the wagon as the wagon is slowly moved forwardly. The pusher is chain driven and automatically disengages the chains when the pusher reaches the other end of the wagon bed and the unloading operation is complete. Side rails prevent the potted plants from falling off the sides of the wagon, the side rails being movable out of the way for the purpose of loading the dump wagon.

Abstract: A point of sale display system comprises a printed poster having a novel brochure holder attached to one face thereof. The poster is itself supported in a vertically upright condition by a rigid backing member and a stake or post. The brochure holder is provided in an unassembled form using a single piece of plastic material that is cut and scored to be capable of being bent and assembled into a three-dimensional assembled form. When so assembled, the brochure holder comprises a lightweight, upright body having an upwardly facing brochure holding cavity. The body is closed by a pivotal top cover that may be releasably secured to the body by a hook and pile fastening system.

Abstract: A new and distinct Tilia cordata×Tilia mongolica Linden tree cultivar is provided that is excellent for growing as an attractive boulevard tree. The crown is upright and is unlike the crown configuration commonly observed in Tilia mongolica Linden trees. The foliage is glossy medium green in the summer and a consistent golden yellow in the fall. Good resistance to leaf gall mites and fungal leaf spotting is exhibited. Attractive exfoliating grey-brown bark is formed on an sturdy trunk as the tree matures. Fragrant flowers are formed on moderate basis and the resulting seed crop is sparse. Good winter hardiness is observed with the tree being well adapted for U.S.D.A. Hardiness Zone No. 3. A high degree of tolerance to winter sunscald damage also is provided.

Abstract: A new and distinct highly ornamental variety of Syringa meyeri×Syringa microphylla is provided. A Lilac plant having a neat and compact growth habit is described. Highly attractive trusses of wine-colored buds are formed which open during late spring to display pink blossoms having a spicy fragrance. Good winter hardiness is made possible and the plant has been relatively free of insect and disease problems during observations to date. The plant is particularly well-suited for growing as an ornamental specimen or as a mass planting in the landscape.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Siberian Crab Apple tree (i.e., Malus baccata) is provided. The new variety can be readily distinguished from the ‘Royal Beauty’ variety (non-patented in the United States). A vigorous growth habit is exhibited with strong apical dominance combined with descending side branches that are disposed at approximately 90° to the trunk at the point of attachment. The leaves are purple with green shading. Attractive red-pink flowers are formed. Very small globose fruit is formed that is purple when fully mature. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as a distinctive ornamental plant in the landscape.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is provided which is believed to be a whole tree mutation or sport of the regular Haralson apple variety. The new variety is distinguished from the regular variety by the ability to form apples which (1) ripen earlier, (2) are more uniformly red in color with the absence of striping, (3) are resistant to russeting, and (4) are slightly sweeter in taste.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Norway Maple, botanically known as Acer platanoides is provided. The new variety is distinguished from the regular Norway Maple by a marked tendency to branch at an early stage of development and a more vigorous growth habit. Also, the leaves of the new variety are darker green in color, and less pronounced lenticels are exhibited.

Abstract: An attractive male Green Ash tree is provided that exhibits extreme winter hardiness. An oval crown is formed that tends to be denser and more compact than that of the ‘Patmore’ variety (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,684). The branch angles generally are greater than those of the ‘Patmore’ variety. The leaflets are glossy dark green and generally display less serration than the ‘Patmore’ variety. Also, the bark generally is smoother than that of the ‘Patmore’ variety particularly when young. The new variety is well suited for growing as a street planting or an ornamental shade tree in the landscape.

Abstract: A new variety of Spiraea×Bumalda plant is provided that is well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation. The new variety is dwarf in nature and exhibits a small compact and rounded growth habit. Large purplish-pink blooms are formed over an extended period of time. The foliage is fine-textured and changes from medium green to orange in the fall. The available Spirea choices are expanded.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of shrub rose plant is provided which forms in abundance on a continuous basis attractive clusters of fully double rich red blossoms. The vegetation is strong and vigorous. A compact climbing shrub growth habit is displayed. Attractive foliage is formed having a touch of red prior to maturing the deep dark green. Good tolerance to Black Spot and Powdery Mildew is exhibited. Attractive ornamentation is made possible on a trellis, fence or building with support.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Hybrid Tea rose plant is provided which abundantly forms on a recurrent basis fully double blossoms that display a high center and an attractive blend of yellow and carmine pink coloration. The blossoms also display a sweet fruity fragrance. The plant exhibits a vigorous compact and upright growth habit, glossy dark green foliage, and good tolerance to Blackspot, Powdery Mildew, and Rust. The attractive dark green foliage contrasts nicely with the bicolored blossom coloration. The new variety is particularly well suited for growing as attractive ornamentation in parks and gardens.

Abstract: A new and distinct highly ornamental cultivar of Syringa meyeri×Syringa microphylla is provided. A Lilac plant having a rounded neat compact growth habit is described. Highly attractive trusses of fragrant pale antique pink blossoms are formed in late spring and sometimes also during late summer. Good winter hardiness is made possible and the plant has been found to be relatively free of insect and disease problems during observations to date. The plant is particularly well-suited for growing as an ornamental specimen or as a mass planting in the landscape.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of red maple, botanically known as Acer rubrum is provided. The new cultivar is distinguished from other red maples by its excellent hardiness in combination with excellent brilliant red fall coloration. The new cultivar additionally possesses a broad oval configuration, good vigor, and serves particularly well as an attractive landscape planting.

Abstract: A new and distinctive cultivar of little leaf linden, botanically known as Tilia cordata is provided. The new cultivar exhibits a more rapid growth rate than is commonly observed in the species, exhibits superior winter hardiness in northern zones, and exhibits good foliage disease resistance. The crown is moderately pyramidal in configuration, and the trunk is sturdy and well resists sun scald. Flowers are formed in abundance, but lead to the formation of a sparse seed crop. The new cultivar is particularly suited for use as an attractive landscape planting and for use in areas where a distinctive shade tree is desired.

Abstract: A new and distinctive cultivar of shrub dogwood, botanically known as Cornus alba is provided. The new cultivar originated as a whole-plant mutation of unknown causation of the Argenteo-Marginata cultivar. A compact slower growing habit is exhibited in combination with the same attractive variegated green irregularly edged with white foliage of its parent which is well retained during the summer. Also, the branches of the new cultivar are finer textured, brighter, and darker in appearance than those of the parent. Other characteristics of the new cultivar are believed to be substantially identical to those of the parent cultivar. Plants of the new cultivar can be used to advantage as an attractive ornamental shrub for growing in smaller areas than its parent.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of creeping juniper, Juniperus horizontalis, was discovered while growing in a seedbed of native plants of the same species. The new variety exhibits attractive intense steel blue fine-needled foliage combined with a low-growing extremely prostrate compact growth habit. The blue foliage coloration is substantially retained throughout the year with only a minimal fading in intensity during the winter. Good winter hardiness and resistance to diseases have been observed to date. Accordingly, the new variety can be considered to exhibit what appears to be juvenile foliage throughout the year. The new variety propagates well from cuttings and is particularly well suited for growing as a distinctive ground cover in a mass planting.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Japanese elm tree (ie., Ulmus davidiana Japonica) is provided that exhibits excellent form and resistance to Dutch elm disease. Unlike other Japanese elm trees the growth habit is clean, symmetrical, upright, and vase-shaped. The foliage is obovate to oval in configuration and is slightly smaller than is typical for the species. Good cold hardiness and resistance to elm leaf beetles are exhibited. The new cultivar is particularly suited for growing as an attractive landscape shade tree.

Abstract: A new cultivar of Sugar Maple tree (i.e., Acer saccharum) is provided that exhibits beautiful thick leathery glossy deep green leaves. The leaf bases also tend to be more truncate than those typical of Acer saccharum. The leaves possess a waxy upper surface. The tree is a vigorous grower and exhibits superior performance when exposed to summer heat and wind. Accordingly, good resistance to leaf tatter that is common in Sugar Maple trees is exhibited. The branching habit is substantially symmetrical. Attractive fall leaf coloration in shades of yellow, orange and red generally is exhibited. Also, the winter hardiness is good. The new cultivar is well suited for growing in the landscape as an attractive ornamental shade tree.