Abstract: A self propelled, steerable, vertically adjustable, hydraulicly driven, ganged mowing machine for trimming nursery products. The machine generally includes a horizontal platform that supports a staggered array of mower decks. Each mower deck is driven by a hydraulic motor operatively connected to a mower blade for trimming the nursery products. The platform is slideably connected to right and left vertically stationary frames such that the platform is vertically adjustable with respect to the ground, via a hydraulic cylinder interconnecting the platform and each frame. Each vertical frame includes an independently controllable hydraulically driven traction drive motor operably connected to a drive wheel for propelling the machine. The mowing machine also includes a prime mover. The prime mover drives a number of hydraulic pumps. At least one of the hydraulic pumps drives the hydraulic motors which drive the mower blades.

Abstract: A device and method of loading nursery items on a truck is disclosed wherein a portion of a first panel of high tensile strength sheet material is adhered to a first wall of a truck's storage compartment and a portion of a second panel of high tensile strength sheet material is adhered to a second wall of the truck in mirror relationship to the first panel. Various nursery items are packed in the storage compartment between the first panel and the second panel. A gate is positioned in front of the packed nursery items between the first and second panels. The second ends of the first and second panels are secured together in a tensile state such that the gate and the nursery items are securely held in place.

Abstract: A new “Double Mandevilla” variety is characterized by double flowers which present an outer corolla and a ring of inner petaloids producing an enhanced decorative appearance for this evergreen vine-like climbing shrub.

Abstract: A new and distinct Mandevilla variety characterized by red to red-purple double flowers having five parted outer corolla and inner five parted ring of petaloids.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Nandina domestica (Heavenly Bamboo) characterized by leaflets that are narrower and longer than is typical for the species, and a unique, vibrant seasonal foliage coloration. In the spring, the ‘Monum’ foliage is deep purplish-red turning to dark green in the summer and reddish purple in the winter.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of true Geranium, which shall be referred to hereinafter as cultivar Pink Spice. Cultiver Pink Spice differs distinctively from other Geranium plants by possessing a unique combination of rosette growth habit with purplish green foliage and large deep pink flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Cupressus sempervirens (Italian Cypress) characterized by its unique combination of smaller, more dense ascending branchlets and finely textured and more green foliage which produces a more compact, tighter and smaller growth habit.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Plumbago shrub, denominated as Plumbago auriculata named ‘Monite’ characterized by its unique combination of longer bloom season of a floriferous habit of white flowers with larger and wider petals and a more dense compact growth habit.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Golden Barberry shrub which shall be referred to hereinafter a Berberis thunbergii cultivar Monlers. Berberis thunbergii cultivar Monlers differs distinctively from other Berberis thunbergii plants by its unique combination of a low, dense symmetrical globe habit and dwarf size and golden yellow foliage which does not appear to scorch in full sun.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Ground Juniper shrub which shall be referred to hereinafter as Juniperus horizontalis cultivar Monber. Juniperus horizontalis cultivar Monber differs distinctively from other Juniperus horizontalis plants by its unique combination of a brilliant silvery blue color and the ability to retain a dense crown that does not open and become bare with age.

Abstract: A new and distinct Ilex plant variety having dwarf, compact growth habit.

Abstract: A new Parthenocissus quinquefolia vine having variegated leaves of green marked with irregular random patterns of white in the Summer season which turn pink in the Fall season.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Mandevilla which shall be referred hereinafter as Mandevilla.times.amabilis cultivar Monte. Mandevilla.times.amabilis cultivar Monte differs distinctively from other Mandevilla.times.amabilis cultivars by its unique combination of pale pink buds and flowers maturing to whitish flowers which display a clear uniform pink throat distinct with yellow at the base and corolla limbs which are symmetrical presenting a full rounded flower at anthesis.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Japanese Yew, Taxus cuspidata, which shall be referred to hereinafter as `Monloo`. `Monloo` differs distinctively from other Taxus cuspidata plants by its unique combination of small dense needles, symmetrical low growth, shorter rigid branching, and a comparatively overall enhanced denser appearance. This uniquely compact and dense plant requires less pruning than other Japanese yews having horizontal growth habits due to its dense branching, and can be maintained as a small foundation specimen or can be planted in rows to form a thick, dense hedge.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Panicle Hydrangea which shall be referred to hereinafter as Hydrangea paniculata cultivar Ruby. Hydrangea paniculata cultivar Ruby differs distinctively from other Hydrangea paniculata plants by its unique combination of daintier, graceful growth habit and smaller more numerous showy sterile flower sepals and dark autumn color of flower sepals.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of trailing Lantana which shall be referred hereinafter as Lantana sellowiana cultivar `Mongen`. Lantana sellowiana cultivar `Mongen` differs distinctively from other Lantana sellowiana plants by its unique variegated leaves and slower growth habit.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Desert Willow, Chilopsis linearis, which shall be referred to hereinafter as cultivar `Monhews`. Cultivar `Monhews` differs distinctively from other Chilopsis linearis plants known to the inventor by possessing a unique combination of showy two-toned flowers, long bloom season and fewer and smaller seed pods containing sterile seed. This unique characteristic of sterile seed and fewer and smaller seed pods results in a landscape plant, which is much cleaner and may be reason for the desirable longer bloom period.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Ninebark, Physocarpus opulifolius, which shall be referred to hereinafter as cultivar `Monlo`. Cultivar `Monlo` differs distinctively from other Physocarpus opulifolius plants by possessing a unique combination of an outstanding cold hardy shrub with intense foliage color throughout the seasons peaking in summer to a maroon red and contrasting to the creamy-white flowers.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of Golden Barberry shrub which shall be referred to hereinafter as Berberis thunbergii `Monry`. Berberis thunbergii `Monry` differs distinctively from other Berberis thunbergii plants by its unique combination of early flower clusters and yellowish foliage produced along terminal branch tips and an upright vase-shaped shrub habit with brilliant yellow mature foliage that tolerates full sun without burning.

Abstract: A new and distinct selection of French Hydrangea which shall be referred to hereinafter as Hydrangea macrophylla cultivar Monrey. Hydrangea macrophylla cultivar Monrey differs distinctively from other Hydrangea macrophylla plants by a unique combination of deep pink flower sepals with margins edged white, lustrous deep green foliage and foliage which turns a light burgundy color in cool weather.